In Nilphamari’s Saidpur, Bangladesh, potato farmers and traders are facing severe financial losses as market prices have plummeted far below production costs. Despite storing around 90,000 tons of potatoes in 11 cold storages with hopes of earning fair prices, demand has sharply declined, forcing many to sell at Tk 10–12 per kilogram, while production and storage costs reach Tk 20–25. Some farmers, unable to recover expenses, are feeding potatoes to cattle. Compared to last year, prices have dropped by more than half, leaving both farmers and cold storage owners struggling. Many traders have yet to release their stock due to the low market rate. Farmers are urging the government to increase market monitoring, offer incentives, and explore export options to stabilize prices. Agricultural officials report that 9,300 hectares have been planted with potatoes this season, and new crops are expected soon, which may provide some relief if prices improve.
নীলফামারীর সৈয়দপুরে হিমাগারে রাখা আলুর বাজারে ধস নেমেছে। উৎপাদন খরচ, পরিবহণ ব্যয় ও হিমাগার ভাড়া বহন করে ন্যায্যমূল্য না পাওয়ায় চরম লোকসানের মুখে পড়েছেন কৃষক ও ব্যবসায়ীরা। উৎপাদন ব্যয়ের চাপ সামাল দিতে না পেরে অনেকে আর্থিক ক্ষতির মুখে পড়ছেন। ফলে আলু খা
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