In Naldanga upazila of Natore, Bangladesh, farmers have begun planting onion and garlic with renewed optimism for the winter season. Favorable weather and last year’s good prices have encouraged many to expand cultivation, with local agricultural officials setting ambitious acreage targets and promoting improved seed varieties.
However, this optimism is clouded by an acute fertilizer shortage. Farmers allege that local dealers are distributing fertilizer selectively, forcing many to buy at inflated retail prices—up to Tk 1,000 higher per sack and often underweight. Small and medium farmers say these irregularities are undermining their ability to cultivate properly. Agricultural officers acknowledge the problem and stress the need for transparent distribution and stronger monitoring.
If the shortage persists, farmers fear reduced yields could disrupt future market supply, potentially driving up prices. They are urging the administration to ensure fair fertilizer access and curb dealer malpractice before the planting season’s critical window closes.
উপজেলা প্রতিনিধি, নলডাঙ্গা (নাটোর) প্রকাশ : ২১ ডিসেম্বর ২০২৫, ১৮: ৫২আপডেট : ২১ ডিসেম্বর ২০২৫, ২০: ১৮ উপজেলা প্রতিনিধি, নলডাঙ্গা (নাটোর) রোদে পোড়া খোলা মাঠ। শক্ত মাটির ওপর বসে একজন কৃষক আর তার কিশোর সন্তান, হাতে হাতে রসুনের কোয়া পুঁতে চলেছেন। পাশে রা
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