An ICRC food convoy arrives at the distribution point in Kunduz province, October 2008.

The worst drought in a decade has severely affected the current harvest in the area. Some villagers were only able to obtain fodder for their livestock.

Afghan Red Crescent Society volunteers are delivering food parcels containing rice, beans, butter oil, salt, sugar and tea to people living in the most affected areas. The first distribution is taking place in October-November 2008, before the onset of the harsh Afghan winter, the second in early 2009.