Crops
Cucumbers Pay Better Than Tobacco in Mujibnagar
A Meherpur farmer who swapped tobacco for cucumber has tripled his profit, and more than a hundred local farmers have followed.
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Bangladesh
Others Eat 200 Grams of Rice a Day, We Eat 400: Agriculture Minister
Agriculture Minister Dr Md Abdur Razzaque says Bangladeshis eat about twice as much rice per head as people in many other countries, and that cutting this would make rice production sustainable.
Islam
The Lesson of Rabiul Awal Is Harmony
An essay on how the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) built a peaceful, plural society in Madina, and why harmony is the chief lesson of the month of Rabiul Awal.
Environment
Storm and Rain Threaten Aman Paddy in Thakurgaon
Days of rain and gusty wind have flattened aman paddy on 6,180 hectares in Thakurgaon, and farmers fear heavy losses, though the agriculture department is less worried.
Daily life
How to Marinate
A guide to the two kinds of marination and the mistakes to avoid when marinating meat, fish, vegetables or paneer before cooking.
Daily life
The Many Problems of the Thyroid
The number of people in Bangladesh with thyroid gland and hormone problems is rising; here are the main conditions, their causes and treatment.
Environment
The Gentle Shiuli Flower of a Hemanta Morning
Fallen shiuli flowers on a dewy morning are a beautiful sight, and their season marks the end of autumn and the arrival of Hemanta.
Environment
"My Bundle of Money Floated Away": Teesta Flood Leaves Gangachara Farmers Ruined
A flash flood on the Teesta in Gangachara, Rangpur, has swallowed homes and ruined crops, leaving farmers searching the wreckage and worrying about loans.
Islam
The Virtues of Giving Salam
The Islamic greeting of salam, meaning peace, carries great reward, removes envy and pride, and builds love between Muslims, according to the hadiths cited here.
Organic
Vermicompost Growing Popular in Basail
Cheap, effective and eco-friendly, earthworm-made vermicompost is catching on among farmers in Basail upazila of Tangail.
Islam
Forgiveness Is a God-Given Quality
Humans are responsible yet make mistakes, so Islam speaks of two kinds of forgiveness, from Allah and from people, reflected in several of Allah's names.
VideoImrul's 100 Per Cent Antibiotic-Free Poultry Farm
Computer engineer Imrul Hasan has built a fully antibiotic-free poultry farm on his ancestral land in Kaliakair, Gazipur, delivering meat directly to consumers.
Environment
Zinc-Enriched Rice Can Help Meet Nutritional Needs
Bangladesh has bred zinc-enriched rice and wheat varieties to fight hidden hunger, but milling and relabelling mean consumers rarely find them in the market.
Fisheries
What Must Be Done for Hilsa Production and Breeding
Climate change, pollution and silted estuaries are cutting hilsa breeding, and the fish needs research, public awareness and stronger support for poor fishers.
Fruits
Fruits That Make Up for Vitamin and Mineral Deficiencies
Vitamins and minerals are vital for the body, and some everyday fruits can help make up any shortfall.
Daily life
Honey in Hot Water First Thing in the Morning: Are You Doing Harm?
According to Ayurveda experts, honey mixed into very hot water gradually turns into a kind of poison and can cause digestive problems.
Environment
The Tree That Has Stood for 316 Years
A 316-year-old chapalish tree beside Kaptai lake in Rangamati has become a silent witness to history and an attraction for visitors.
Agribusiness
Energy and Commodity Prices Soar Worldwide, World Bank Says
The World Bank's quarterly Commodity Markets Outlook says energy and commodity prices have risen faster than forecast, with food prices still well above last year.
Agribusiness
Import Duty on Onion and Sugar Cut
The National Board of Revenue has lowered duties on imported onions and sugar to bring down their prices in the market.
Daily life
Ten Reasons Why Eating Rice Matters
Many people now avoid rice for fear of gaining weight, but nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar says rice eaten in moderation brings many health benefits.