Farmers in the haor areas of Sunamganj are facing severe uncertainty over rice harvesting due to unseasonal rainfall and waterlogging at the start of the season. Around 3,189 hectares of land have already gone underwater, putting immature rice crops at risk of damage. The accumulation of water and mud has disrupted the use of agricultural machinery, while a shortage of laborers has further complicated the situation.
Field visits to areas such as Dekhar, Jhawar, Shanir, and Chayar haors revealed that low-lying fields are already submerged. According to the Department of Agricultural Extension, Sunamganj has 137 haors covering about 223,505 hectares of boro rice cultivation, producing around 1.4 million metric tons annually worth about Tk 5,000 crore. However, intermittent rainfall has already damaged crops on nearly 3,000 hectares.
Officials said 577 combined harvesters are currently operational, with 108 under repair. The district administration is coordinating with nearby districts to bring in more harvesters and laborers, while requesting adequate diesel supply to support harvesting operations.
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