Jaintapur farmers thrive with bumper watermelon harvest
Jaintapur farmers thrive with bumper watermelon harvest

A sea of lush green vines stretches across the fields of Jaintapur, each cradling vibrant watermelons that glisten under the late winter sun. This year, farmers in this upazila of Sylhet have enjoyed a bumper harvest, with their produce not only filling local markets but also reaching wholesale...

Farmers embrace waterlogging-tolerant BINA Mustard-9 for higher yields
Farmers embrace waterlogging-tolerant BINA Mustard-9 for higher yields

Farmers in Cumilla are increasingly turning to BINA Mustard-9, a high-yield variety known for its tolerance to temporary waterlogging caused by heavy rains. With a lifespan of 8084 days and strong profitability, this mustard cultivar is gaining popularity among growers. A field day was organized...

Govt ends special OMS program for low-income people
Govt ends special OMS program for low-income people

The government has decided to discontinue the special Open Market Sale (OMS) program that provided low-cost agricultural products to low-income groups via trucks. Finance Advisor Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed announced on Tuesday that the program would cease operations starting January, following a decision...

Coordinated approach to address climate impacts on agriculture: Rizwana
Coordinated approach to address climate impacts on agriculture: Rizwana

Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and the Ministry of Water Resources, stated that addressing the adverse effects of climate change on agriculture requires a coordinated approach. To achieve this, the Ministries of Agriculture, Water...