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GAU-1: Bangladesh Develops First Salt-Tolerant, High-Protein Wheat Variety

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1Nojor Desk
  • 06 Jul 25
  • 07:18 PM

Gazipur Agricultural University has developed GAU-1, Bangladesh’s first salt-tolerant wheat variety. Withstanding salinity up to 12 dS, GAU-1 is ideal for coastal regions and offers high yield and protein content. It matures quickly, is disease-resistant, and contributes to livestock feed due to high straw production. Approved by the National Seed Board, GAU-1 yields up to 4.5 tons per hectare in normal soil and 3.75 tons in saline soil. Researchers see it as a breakthrough for food security and climate-resilient agriculture in the country.

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Bonik Barta 06 Jul 25

New Salt-Tolerant, Nutrient-Rich Wheat Variety Developed in Bangladesh

A new wheat variety named GAU-1 has been developed by Gazipur Agricultural University (GAKRUB), marking a significant breakthrough as the first wheat variety in Bangladesh tolerant to high salinity, according to university officials. This variety can withstand salinity levels up to 12 deciSiemens (dS), making it especially effective for cultivation in the southern coastal regions of the country. GAU-1 is high-yielding and rich in protein, making it a premium-quality crop.

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