Fruits
Padaganj Market Buzzing as Rangpur's Haribhanga Mangoes Arrive
Rangpur's famous Haribhanga mango went on sale officially on 15 June, drawing crowds to Padaganj market amid complaints that some traders picked early.
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FruitsNatore mango growers report a good harvest but complain of low prices
Favourable weather gave Natore a good mango crop in 2026, but in mid-June growers told Jagonews24 that Khirsapat and Langra were fetching only Tk 40 to Tk 50 a kilogram, and that traders were demanding extra mangoes on every maund.
Agribusiness
Few Hilsa at Bhola's Landing Ghats but Plenty of Buyers
Poor hilsa catches in Bhola's Meghna and Tetulia rivers and strong demand from wholesale markets elsewhere have pushed local prices up, angering ordinary buyers.
Agribusiness
Relief in Chandpur's Hilsa Market as Price Falls by Up to Tk 500 a Kg
Hilsa prices at Chandpur's Borostation fish ghat, one of the country's largest hilsa markets, have fallen by Tk 300 to 500 a kg in about a month.
AgribusinessRajshahi mango farmers say 'dholon' extra-weight custom eats their profits
Mango farmers in the Rajshahi region said in June 2026 that under the 'dholon' custom they still had to give 52 to 54 kg for every 40 kg they were paid for, despite a 2025 decision to trade by the kilogram. Traders say the extra weight covers losses in transport, sorting and storage.
Fruits
Essential Tips Before You Buy Litchis
A few simple checks on colour, feel, smell and shape help buyers pick fresh, good-quality litchis and avoid old or chemically treated fruit.
Fruits
One Maund Equals 54 Kilograms at Kansat Mango Market, Farmers Complain
Farmers at the Kansat mango market in Shibganj, Chapainawabganj, accuse wholesalers of buying mangoes at 54-55kg to the maund instead of the standard 40kg.
AgribusinessHilsa scarce in Barishal at the start of the season as Port Road prices soar
About 60 maunds of hilsa reached Barishal's Port Road wholesale market on 2 June 2026, against a thousand expected at that time, and one-kilogram fish sold for Tk 2,500 to 3,000 a kg. Traders blamed short supply; some buyers alleged a syndicate.
Fruits
Lychees Sold by the Kilo: Gain or Loss?
In Bogura, lychees are increasingly sold by the kilo rather than by the hundred, dividing buyers and prompting calls for transparency.
Fruits
Bandarban Markets Fill Up With Local and Foreign Fruit
Local and foreign mango varieties and other seasonal fruit have filled Bandarban's markets, drawing both locals and tourists.
LivestockHow to Spot Sick or Artificially Fattened Animals at Eid Cattle Markets
Ahead of Eid-ul-Azha in May 2026, Bangladesh Agricultural University professor Dr Mst Minara Khatun advised buyers on choosing a healthy sacrificial animal and spotting animals fattened with steroids or hormones.
Fruits
Sherpur Markets Flooded With Unripe Lychees
Orchard owners and traders in Sherpur are picking and selling raw, sour lychees early in the season for quick profit, while doctors warn of serious health risks for children.
Fruits
Three Mango Varieties Reach Dhaka Markets Early, at High Prices
Before the main mango season, Gobindobhog, Himsagar and Katimon mangoes from Satkhira, Gazipur and other districts are on sale in Dhaka at relatively high prices.