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Lesotho's staple crops include maize, sorghum, wheat, common bean. Regional growing conditions differ sharply, so check your region below before applying national averages.
| Agriculture share of GDP | ~5% |
|---|---|
| Arable land | 300,000 ha |
| Irrigated share | ~1% |
| Main rainy season | October to March |
| Main food crops | maize, sorghum, wheat, common bean |
| Region | Annual rainfall | Major crops |
|---|---|---|
| Lowlands (Maseru, Mafeteng) | 700 mm | maize, sorghum |
| Foothills (Berea, Leribe) | 800 mm | wheat, common bean |
| Mountains / Highlands (Mokhotlong, Thaba-Tseka) | 600 mm | wheat, livestock |
Country context from the AfroTools agriculture dataset — planning reference, not agronomic advice. Confirm with local extension services.