Omusati Governor Erginus Endjala says the poor rainfall experienced in the region has become worrisome for both crop and livestock farmers.

The situation, he says, has resulted in many northern communal farmers losing any hope for a bumper harvest this year.

The Omusati Governor says poor rainfall has left many communal farmers in ruin, especially those in western areas of the region.

According to Endjala, the area has not received significant rain since February 1st.

He added that a much-anticipated bumper harvest will not materialize unless rain in March is much more forthcoming than it was in February.

For five consecutive years, the region has not received good rainfall, a situation Endjala says has become a serious concern requiring innovative thinking.

Endjala also urged drought relief recipients and community members in the region to use water sparingly.