CropsBRRI dhan87 Gives High Yields in a Short Time
Farmers in Bagatipara, Natore, have switched from Swarna to BRRI dhan87, a blast-resistant Aman variety that matures in 127 days and leaves time for mustard.
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CropsNew BRRI Rice Variety With Less Disease and Higher Yields Awaits Release
The Bangladesh Rice Research Institute's new high-yielding Aman variety BRRI dhan103, which suffers less from pests and disease, is awaiting National Seed Board approval.
CropsKhulna University Student Succeeds in Low-Light Capsicum Research
Khulna University agrotechnology student Md. Sohel Rana has grown coloured capsicum successfully in low light using mulching sheets, harvesting 700 to 900 grams per plant.
CropsBADC Trials 20 New Potato Varieties in Kushtia
The Bangladesh Agricultural Development Corporation has trialled 20 new potato varieties suited to export and industry in Kushtia, with yields about double conventional varieties.
CropsState-of-the-Art Automated Poultry Houses at BAU With Industry Support
Bangladesh Agricultural University will soon open two automated poultry houses, built for about Tk 2 crore with industry partners, for hands-on teaching and research.