Mango Production in Chapainawabganj Could Fall by Half
Low blossom and recent Chaitra rain mean Chapainawabganj's mango output could fall by half compared with last year, growers and others involved say.
Low blossom and recent Chaitra rain mean Chapainawabganj's mango output could fall by half compared with last year, growers and others involved say.
Watermelon is rich in water and nutrients, but drinking plenty of water right after eating it can leave the stomach bloated.
Year-round farming of local fruit is meeting much of Bangladesh's extra Ramadan demand as dearer imports push buyers to cheaper home-grown fruit.
Bangi, a nutritious melon that cools the body, can be turned into a refreshing sherbet for iftar with this simple recipe.
A day of drizzle has pushed watermelon prices in Mirsarai down to Tk 50 a piece, and traders fear losses.
Watermelon is low in calories and rich in water, but its low fibre and high glycaemic index mean it should be eaten in moderation.
Simple checks on shape, skin, weight and colour to help shoppers pick a ripe pomegranate.
A Faridpur doctor is selling watermelons and pineapples at low prices outside the press club so that low-income families can afford them at iftar.
Growers in Ishwardi, Pabna, known as the 'litchi kingdom', expect a record litchi crop after trees blossomed heavily this year.
Despite ample supply, watermelons are selling for Tk 300-700 apiece in Chandpur, leaving buyers struggling.
Diabetic patients who crave sweets can choose fruit, honey or jaggery in moderation instead of sugar-laden foods, after checking their blood sugar.
Date prices have risen in Kolkata's markets for Ramadan, though sellers say trade is slow, while in Bangladesh date prices have hit record highs.
Mango blossom has appeared on most of Rajshahi's trees and young fruit is setting on early varieties, though officials and a scientist give different figures for how many trees have flowered.