Crop losses threaten food security across Africa — English Level A1

Crop losses are rising across many countries in Africa.
Rain falls at planting then stops for many days.
Floods damage fields, stores, local roads and homes too.
Pests and diseases destroy crops and greatly reduce yields.
Small farmers lose food, savings and important income.
Women often pool small harvests to share food locally.
Some training helps farmers manage risks and adapt better.
People need water, seeds, credit and weather information.

Difficult words

crop — Plants grown by farmers for food or sale

flood — Too much water covering land or fields

Floods

pest — Animal or insect that harms plants

Pests

disease — Illness or infection that hurts plants

diseases

yield — The amount of crop produced by land

yields

credit — Money lent to buy seeds or supplies

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