Tomato farmers and traders in Panchagarh and Nilphamari have urged the government to stop tomato imports from India, citing a drastic fall in local prices. They held a human chain protest, stating that they bought tomatoes at high prices after the season ended, but prices dropped after Indian imports resumed. Many are now unable to repay farmers and workers. They warned that without a two-week suspension of imports, they could face major financial losses, including selling land to cover debts.
Farmers and traders from Panchagarh and Nilphamari have demanded a halt to tomato imports from India. They formed a human chain yesterday in Panchagarh to press their demand. The protest was organized in front of the Deputy Commissioner’s office under the banner of tomato farmers and traders from the two districts.
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