CHAPAINAWABGANJ, Nov, 23 (UNB): Farmers in Chapainawabganj are celebrating a bumper yield of Aman paddy this season, coupled with favourable prices, thanks to supportive weather conditions and effective farming practices.
The Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE) had set a target of producing 0.2 million (2 lakh) metric tonnes of rice this year, and initial reports indicate that the district is on course to meet or even exceed this goal.
During a visit to various parts of the district, farmers were found busy with paddy harvesting and threshing, with fields bustling with activity. Despite early concerns about insufficient rainfall during the planting season, timely irrigation, adequate rainfall later on, and minimal pest infestations led to an impressive harvest.
Farmers are reaping between 22 and 25 maunds of paddy per bigha, with each maund fetching between Tk 1,200 and Tk 1,300 in the market.
These favourable conditions have provided much-needed relief to farmers, many of whom struggled with high production costs earlier in the season.
Despite the promising yield and good prices, farmers have urged the government to address the rising costs of pesticides, irrigation, and fertilisers.
Bumper Aman yield brings joy to Chapainawabganj farmers
FE Team | Published: November 24, 2024 00:01:44
Bumper Aman yield brings joy to Chapainawabganj farmers
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