Horticulture expo begins in three dists today

A three-phase horticultural exposition will begin in three districts, aiming to enrich farmers and agricultural entrepreneurs with the knowledge of latest agricultural technologies, innovation and environment- friendly practices today (Thursday), reports UNB.

Crosswalk Communications, will organise the fairs with the support of United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE) while ACI Agribusinesses will sponsor the event.

Dr FH Ansarey, Managing Director and CEO of ACI Agribusinesses said, "We have scarcity of land, so we need to know the best use of agricultural land and utilize proper technology and techniques for maximum production. This fair will help our farmers and entrepreneurs to learn the importance of agri-technology and how new innovations can increase the productivity of land and ensure optimum outputs."

In Khulna, the fair will be held at Dumuria Shadhinota field on March 1 and 2 where Mohammad Ashek Hasan, Upazila Nirbahi Officer and Khulna Executive Magistrate of Dumuria, will inaugurate the ceremony at 10 am and Nazrul Islam, Upazilla Agriculture Officer of Dumuria will attend the ceremony as the special guest.

In Jhenidah, a two-day fair will be held on March 5 and 6 in Kalicharan Union Parishad field of Kaliganj and another three-day fair will be held in Taora Primary school field of Godkhali in Jessore from March 9 to 11.

The fairs will remain open for all from 10 am to 7 pm.