Documentary sheds light on climate threats to wheat cultivation in BD

A new documentary titled "Climate Change: Wheat Blast Disease in Bangladesh" has explored the future of wheat cultivation under adverse climatic conditions in Bangladesh, reports UNB.

Directed by KM Mahmud Hasan, the film examines the challenges posed by climate change, particularly the threat of wheat blast disease, and how innovative production management strategies are being employed to adapt to the shifting environment.

The documentary will be aired on ATN Bangla at 6:20 PM on Tuesday (July 29), according to a media release issued on Saturday.

Wheat blast, caused by the fungus Magnaporthe oryzae pathotype Triticum (MoT), is a destructive disease that thrives in warm, humid climates and poses a significant threat to wheat production.

The documentary also reflects on the broader environmental impact of human activity.

It suggests that the pursuit of industrialization has led to a growing disconnect between humanity and nature, with agriculture bearing the brunt of this imbalance.

As a result of global warming, agriculture has become increasingly vulnerable, wheat cultivation being one of the most affected, said the media release.

To address this urgent issue, researchers are actively working to develop blast-resistant wheat varieties.

The documentary underscored the importance of continued scientific efforts to safeguard food security in the face of climate change.