Farmers in Teknaf, Cox’s Bazar, are celebrating a bumper harvest of Aman paddy in salt fields, an area once unsuitable for rice cultivation. With support from the Department of Agricultural Extension, 300 hectares of salt fields were cultivated with BRRI dhan-75 and BINA dhan-17 varieties, yielding excellent results. Farmers can now grow both salt and rice on the same land, boosting income and food supply. Authorities plan to expand this practice to other abandoned salt fields across the region.

Farmers in Roumari upazila, Kurigram, are facing an acute shortage of urea, TSP, and DAP fertilizers, leading to repeated demonstrations and confinement of dealers and agricultural officers.

Police eventually intervened to restore order. According to officials, fertilizer allocation for the Aman season is far below actual demand. Allegations have surfaced that local dealers, in collusion with some agriculture officials, have diverted fertilizer to private retailers at inflated prices.

The Upazila Agriculture Officer admitted to supply shortages but assured that steps are being taken to resolve the crisis soon.

In Khulna, coastal farmers are earning extra income by cultivating watermelons along fish pond banks year-round. Traditionally a summer fruit, off-season watermelon cultivation now covers 966 hectares, with an estimated production of 30,900 tons. Trellis farming reduces irrigation needs and pest attacks, while high demand ensures good prices, 1,200–1,900 Taka per mon. With proper seeds, pest control, and government support, this practice could significantly strengthen the region’s agricultural economy, turning previously idle land into profitable farmland.

In Gouripur, Mymensingh, farmer Md. Shahidullah has amazed locals by successfully growing pesticide-free tomatoes during the monsoon through grafting onto wild eggplant plants. This technique, supported by the Department of Agricultural Extension, protects against wilt disease and ensures high yields. Out of 1,000 grafts, 998 succeeded, producing premium tomatoes sold at Tk 180–200 per kg. From a small 10-decimal plot, Shahidullah earned Tk 70,000 from the first harvest and expects up to Tk 45,000 more, drawing nationwide attention from farmers and traders.

The Rangpur agricultural region, including Gaibandha, Rangpur, Lalmonirhat, Nilphamari, and Kurigram, faces a potential potato seed shortage next season due to delays in constructing a new 2,000-ton cold storage facility. Existing storage units are insufficient and affected by legal restrictions, increasing costs and difficulties for dealers and farmers who must source seeds from distant locations. Although 70% complete, the cold storage project has been extended multiple times, with hopes it will be operational before the next planting season.

Continuous rainfall since early July has damaged crops on over 3,000 hectares of farmland in Jashore, Bangladesh. According to the Department of Agricultural Extension, vegetables, Aus and Aman rice, jute, and chili fields have been affected, with low-lying areas waterlogged for days. Farmers in major vegetable-producing unions are reporting heavy losses. Seedling fields in areas like Churamankati are submerged. Officials warn of further rot if rain continues but assure support and guidance to help farmers recover from the ongoing agricultural damage.

Bangladesh’s rapid growth in fish farming is threatened by heavy metal contamination. Recent research found chromium levels in farmed Mrigal fish four times above FAO’s safe limit. Though current levels may not harm humans, concerns arise over heavy metals in fish feed and polluted water sources. Lack of regular pond cleaning and use of contaminated feed contribute to the issue. Experts urge government action to monitor fish feed quality and water safety to ensure the health of consumers and sustain the aquaculture industry.

Jessore’s Gadkhali region, once known for native flowers, is now producing foreign flower seedlings like Dutch lilies and gerberas through tissue culture by a private firm, RRF. Previously imported from India at high costs, these seedlings are now locally grown, reducing import dependence. Though current production meets only a fraction of demand, efforts are underway to scale up. Farmers benefit from lower prices, better quality, and training support. Bangladesh aims to become self-sufficient in foreign flower seedling production soon.

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.

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.

As of now, the Chattogram Food Division has collected 28,280 metric tons of Boro rice during this year’s procurement drive—reaching 60% of its target with two months still remaining.
The government’s procurement program, which began on April 24, will continue until August 31. The initiative, offering farmers a fair price of Tk 36 per kg, has been well received. Farmers are reportedly pleased with the just compensation.

Premature flooding, attributed to climate change, has submerged vast areas of harvest-ready Boro paddy in Gurudaspur and Tarash upazilas of Natore's Chalan Beel region.
Farmers are facing severe financial loss due to crop damage, compounded by labor shortages and storage issues.
Agricultural officer Harunur Rashid explained that 30% of the land was planted with Namla variety paddy after mustard harvesting. Although profitable, the method is risky, and rising water levels have put the harvest in jeopardy.

Heavy upstream rainfall and mountain runoff have caused water levels in the Teesta River to surge, flooding large areas of farmland. The authorities have opened all gates of the Teesta Barrage in response. Many peanut fields have been submerged, and farmers are struggling to harvest crops by boat. One farmer, Anarul Islam, said his 150-acre peanut farm is now largely underwater, with only one-third of the crop harvested so far.

Food Adviser Ali Imam Majumder reported that the country's food situation is currently very satisfactory, with a stockpile of 1.5 million tons—300,000 tons more than the previous year. He noted that food reserves are in constant flux due to ongoing consumption and replenishment. "If the upcoming Aman harvest is successful, we may not need to import rice this year," he stated. Last year, significant imports were necessary, but strong Boro yields this season offer hope for self-sufficiency.

Bangladeshi potato farmers are urging the Ministry of Agriculture to revise seed potato pricing, claiming they are forced to sell produce at prices far below production costs. In FY 2023–24, farmers bought foundation seeds from BADC at Tk 48–54 per kg but had to sell the harvested seed potatoes to BADC for only Tk 35–37 per kg, despite open market prices ranging between Tk 70–80. Bound by contract, they couldn't sell elsewhere, leading to significant losses. The same issue has resurfaced in FY 2024–25, prompting renewed calls for price revision.