Crops
Bandarban Begins Growing Avocado, the Famous Fruit of Mexico
Commercial cultivation of avocado, the famous fruit of Mexico and Central America, has begun in the hill district of Bandarban, and farmers' interest is growing.
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Bangladesh
Environment
A Month On, Sajeda Is Back at the Top of the Tamarind Tree
Sajeda Begum, 50, of Ulipur in Kurigram has again climbed to the top of a tamarind tree, a month after a similar incident.
Environment
Pair of Kalnagini Snakes Found Hiding in DIG's Office
Members of Animal Lovers of Patuakhali have rescued a pair of kalnagini snakes from the office of the Barishal Range DIG.
Fruits
Why It Matters to Soak Ripe Mangoes in Water for an Hour Before Eating
Many people skip an important step before eating mangoes, soaking them in water, which experts say can reduce health risks.
Fruits
Local Jamun Floods Magura Markets, Drawing Crowds of Buyers
Local jamun is plentiful in Magura's markets this season, and buyers are crowding fruit stalls for its taste, nutrition and comparatively low price.
Fruits
How to Pick a Sweet and Juicy Mango
Not every mango in the market tastes the same, and a few simple checks can help buyers pick sweet, juicy, naturally ripe fruit.
FruitsRajshahi mango prices fell after Eid-ul-Azha, leaving growers fearing losses
In early June 2026, after Eid-ul-Azha, Rajshahi's Baneshwar market was full of mangoes but short of buyers; Gopalbhog fell from more than Tk 2,000 a maund at the start of the season to Tk 1,400-1,600.
Vegetables
Serve Achari Begun at Lunch This Summer
Tangy, spicy achari begun can revive the appetite on a hot summer day and is easy to make at home.
Fruits
Jackfruit Seed Halwa Recipe
In jackfruit season the seeds as well as the flesh can be used, and they make a tasty halwa with few ingredients.
Vegetables
The Health Benefits of Eating Jamun
Jamun, now in markets across the country, is rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fibre that can help protect the body from various illnesses.
Environment
Ten Lakh Trees Being Planted in Chattogram
Chattogram City Corporation is carrying out a programme to plant 10 lakh trees in the city, Mayor Dr Shahadat Hossain has said.
Environment
Fresh LP Gas Celebrates World LPG Day
Fresh LP Gas celebrated World LPG Day 2026 with a tree-planting programme at Meghna Group of Industries' head office and a nationwide planting drive.
Environment
Three Elements of Nature Are Inseparable from Life
Soil, air and water, the three main elements of nature, are an inseparable part of human life, yet all three are under growing pressure.