National Youth Entrepreneurship Summit held
The National Youth Entrepreneurship Summit 2023 was held on Friday with the participation of aspiring young entrepreneurs across Bangladesh. Read More......
Dragon fruit farming gaining popularity in Bangladesh
Commercial farming of dragon fruit has been gaining popularity day by day in Jhenidah for the last couple of years. Farmers said they are opting [...]
Farmers are joining in synchronised cultivation of rice
For the first time in his 30 years of farming, Samaresh Mondal is growing dry-season rice, locally named Boro, along with 50 of his peers [...]
South Asia needs a change of approach for agricultural progress
Regardless of the remarkable progress that some industries across South Asia have achieved, agriculture still remains the primary source of employment and income for a [...]
IRRI scientist honored with Borlaug Field Award for her work on farmer engagement and empowerment
LOS BAÑOS, LAGUNA, PHILIPPINES (September 19, 2023) – International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) scientist Dr. Swati Nayak – a highly accomplished researcher known for her pivotal [...]
GOOD PRACTICES 62- Community-Based Rice Seed Entrepreneurship Model in Northern Bangladesh
Food security is paramount in Bangladesh, which has a high population density (1329 people per km2) and poverty rate (18.7%). Seed is a critical input [...]