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Agriculture Budget: A Pledge for Sustainable Farming
The 2026-27 national budget proposes Tk 43,335 crore for agriculture, food, fisheries and livestock, Tk 6,209 crore more than the previous year's revised allocation.
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The Hidden Benefits of Jamun Seeds That Many Don't Know
Jamun seeds, usually thrown away, are believed to help with blood sugar, digestion, blood pressure, immunity and weight when dried and powdered, though they are no substitute for medical treatment.
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Litchi Orchards Transform Pirojpur's Economy
In Pirojpur, a district known for rice and fish, commercial litchi farming is growing, with Tarabunia village in Nazirpur upazila now known as the litchi village.
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Do You Know How Many Litchis Are Safe to Eat in a Day?
Nutritionists consider 8 to 10 medium litchis a day generally safe for a healthy adult and 4 to 6 for children, while eating too many can upset blood sugar and digestion.
CropsNine flowering plants to set out in Ashar, the first month of Bengal's monsoon
The rain and humidity of Ashar make it a good time to plant new seedlings, Jagonews24 reported on 12 June 2026, naming beli, jui, gandharaj, dolonchampa, hasnahena, rain lily, balsam, sthalpadma and allamanda for gardens and pots.
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Kabir Hossain Sells Tk 10 Lakh Worth of Mangoes a Year
A hobby nursery on 2 acres 20 decimals of leased land beside the Arial Khan river now earns Madaripur's Kabir Hossain Khan at least Tk 10 lakh from mangoes every season.
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Import Duty Cut on Raw Material for Fruit Bag Industry
The proposed 2026-27 budget would lower the import duty on composite paper used to make fruit bags from 10 per cent to 5 per cent.
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Ghagra Bazar in Rangamati, the Hub of Hill Produce
Ghagra Bazar in Rangamati's Kawkhali upazila has long been the trading heart of the area for fruit, jum crops and other produce grown by hill communities.
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Red Amaranth Can Be Grown All Year Round
Red amaranth, a nutritious and popular leafy vegetable, can be grown throughout the year and is ready for harvest 30 to 40 days after sowing.
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How to Use Rotten Eggs
Rotten eggs cannot be eaten, but used carefully they can serve as organic fertiliser, a compost ingredient and a natural deterrent for garden pests.
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From Mother's Ground Spices to the Modern Laboratory: The Journey of Herbs
The herbs and spices once ground by hand in Bengali kitchens are now the subject of scientific research, a growing market and an economic opportunity for Bangladesh.
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After Japan, Nepal Bans Indian Mangoes
Nepal has banned Indian mango imports after excessive chemical pesticide was found in shipments, following a similar ban by Japan last month.
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Vegetables to Grow in a Rooftop Garden During the Monsoon
Growing vegetables in rooftop gardens is becoming popular, and several crops can be sown in tubs during the monsoon for a good yield all season.