Daily life
The Potential of Fish Fillet and Sashimi
Bangladesh Agricultural University says fish fillet and sashimi, popular abroad, have potential in Bangladesh and for export.
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Bangladesh
Crops
Farming in the Grip of Brick Kilns: Crisis and Remedies
The spread of brick kilns has become a serious threat to Bangladesh's farmers, from lost topsoil and polluted water to lower boro rice yields.
Crops
No Price in the Market, Tomatoes Rot in the Fields of Mirsarai and Sitakunda
Tomato farmers in Mirsarai and Sitakunda, Chattogram, are leaving their crop to rot because wholesale prices of Tk 3-5 a kg do not cover the cost of picking and transport.
Environment
The Danger of Losing Rivers and Biodiversity Is Alarming
Dr Forkan Ali warns that global biodiversity collapse and climate change are already emptying Bangladesh's rivers, fish stocks and bird life.
Bangladesh
Livestock Sector Can Create Jobs for the Unemployed
Dr Forkan Ali argues that a village-level livestock extension programme with training and low-interest loans could create new jobs for about one crore people.
Fisheries
One-Month Fishing Ban Coming for Haors Too
The government plans to ban fishing in the haors of seven districts from 29 May to 28 June every year, and has invited objections within 60 days.
Vegetables
The Potential for Fruit and Vegetable Production and Exports
Horticultural output in Bangladesh is growing fast, but fruit and vegetable exports have fallen and need better quality, storage and export support.
Environment
1,773 Turtle Hatchlings Released Into the Sea in Two and a Half Months
A CODEC project released 1,773 turtle hatchlings on the Ukhiya and Teknaf coasts of Cox's Bazar in two and a half months of this breeding season.
Crops
Delwar Fulfils His Dream Through Mushrooms in Lakshmipur
After 13 years in Saudi Arabia, Delwar Hossain set up a commercial mushroom farm in Lakshmipur Sadar and now sells 20-25 kg a day.
Crops
Boro Rice Cultivation Falls in Rajshahi Region Amid Water Crisis
Under a new irrigation policy, boro rice cultivation in the Rajshahi agricultural region fell by 10,200 hectares this season, which farmers blame on a lack of water.
Crops
Manikganj Farmers Busy Bringing In Grass Pea Harvest
Manikganj farmers are busy harvesting khesari, hoping the grass pea will make up for a year of losses despite lower yields and a smaller area.
Environment
Woman Dies After Snake Hidden in Pot Bites Her in Gafargaon
A 50-year-old woman in Gafargaon, Mymensingh, died after a snake hiding in a clay pot bit her as she reached inside.
Crops
Cotton Farming Succeeds on Abandoned Land in Jhalokathi
Farmers leasing abandoned Water Development Board land by Jhalokathi's Gabkhan river have grown cotton successfully for 15 years with Cotton Development Board support.