FISHERIES AND LIVESTOCK ADVISER VISITS BENGAL MEAT PROCESSING PLANT

Adviser to the Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock Farida Akhter recently visited the state-of-the-art meat processing facility of Bengal Meat Processing Industries Limited in Santhia, Pabna. She was accompanied by Director General of the Department of Livestock Services Dr. Md. Abu Sufian; Deputy Commissioner of Pabna Mohammad Mofizul Islam; and Upazila Nirbahi Officer of Santhia Rizu Tamanna. From Bengal Meat, the Head of Procurement, Sayadul Haq Bhuiyan (Al-Amin), welcomed the delegation. During the visit, the Adviser toured the plant's advanced meat processing units, Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP), water treatment system, biogas plant, and other eco-friendly facilities. She praised Bengal Meat's internationally compliant management and sustainable practices. "Industrial ventures like this not only boost export opportunities but also contribute significantly to the rural economy and the development of the livestock sector," said Farida Akhter. She expressed hope that more entrepreneurs will be inspired by Bengal Meat's example and invest in the livestock industry.