Bhatiapara

Gopalganj jute fetches Tk 4,700 to 5,300 a maund, up to Tk 1,500 more than last year

Gopalganj grew jute on more land than targeted and produced 52,656 tonnes; with mills and stockists competing, prices have reached Tk 4,700 to 5,300 a maund, leaving farmers Tk 1,200 to 1,500 profit after costs.