Overview
Bangladesh, with its fertile deltaic plains and diverse climate, sustains a rich tapestry of crops that form the backbone of its agricultural sector. Rice, often referred to as the country's staple crop, is cultivated extensively along with wheat, maize, and pulses. The agricultural landscape also boasts jute, the "Golden Fiber," which has been a significant export for decades. Apart from these, fruits like mangoes, bananas, and guavas thrive in the tropical climate, contributing to the nation's agricultural diversity.
However, climate change poses challenges to Bangladesh's crop sector, bringing irregular rainfall patterns and increased salinity. To counter these issues, farmers are adopting innovative techniques and resilient crop varieties. Government initiatives and NGOs are promoting sustainable practices and providing necessary support. As Bangladesh works to ensure food security and adapt to a changing environment, its vibrant array of crops remains crucial to its people and economy.
Active projects
Project Title | Budget (in lac taka) | Status |
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Development/validation and up-scaling of dry direct seeded Boro rice system for improving crop productivity in areas with limited water supply. | 67.78 | On Going |
Adaptation of high yielding soybean in polder areas in Barguna and Patuakhali districts | 31 | On Going |
Smart detection of rice disease and insects through 4IR technologies | 35 | Completed |
Feasibility Study of the IoT Based Precision Agriculture for Sustainable Crop Production in Bangladesh | 111.98 | On Going |
Development of Upazila Land Suitability Assessment and Crop Zoning System of Bangladesh | 2800.62 | Completed |
Resistance screening for Alternaria blight of mustard and its control using plant growth promoting rhizobacteria | 30 | Completed |
Processing and preservation of fruits (pineapple, banana, papaya) in Madhupur Region | 50 | Completed |
Molecular Characterization of biovars of Ralstonia solanacearum, the causal agent of bacterial wilt of solanaceous crops and its Integrated management | 80 | On Going |
Development of processing, preservation and marketing of major spices crops | 30.11 | Completed |
Validation and Up-scaling of High Value Vegetable Crops production in Sylhet region | 37.67 | On Going |
Managing wheat Blast in Bangladesh: Identification and introgression of Wheat blast resistant gene(s) into varietal development and rapid varietal dissemination | 228.83 | Completed |
Identification and Expression of Heat tolerant genes at reproductive stage and their inheritence in wheat | 199.98 | Completed |
Serological and molecular diagnosis and management of the yellowing disease complex of sweet orange | 35 | Completed |
Synthesis and evaluation of nano-carbon rice urea fertilizer to increase nutrient use efficiency for sustainable rice production | 30 | Completed |
Updating and Publication of FRG -2023 | 60 | On Going |
Integrated Management of Arthropod Pests of Malta and Dragon Fruit Crops in Madhupur Tract of Bangladesh | 29.9 | Completed |
Insecticide Resistance and Resurgence Management of Tungro Disseminating Green Leafhopper, Nephotettix virescens (Distant) | 35 | Completed |
Integrated management of rugose spiraling whitefly in coconut | 30 | Completed |
Adaptation and Upscaling of Minor Cereals in the Active Brahmaputra-Jamuna and Ganges Floodplains | 39 | Completed |
Enhancement of Crop Productivity in the Char lands Through Climate Resilient Farming | 79.992 | Completed |
Development, Adaptation and upscaling of improved Watermelon production technologies for crop intensification in the coastal region | 60 | Completed |
Establishment of Disease-free Citrus Sapling Production System in Bangladesh | 34.99 | Completed |
Development of Simplified Hydroponic Technology and Validation for Commercial Cultivation | 40 | Completed |
Production and Scaling-up Jute Seed Production Technology at Farmers’ Level | 50 | Completed |
Improvement of existing pineapple-based agroforestry practices and estimation of GHGs emissions | 45 | Completed |
Evaluation and expansion of salt tolerant wheat genotypes in the coastal areas of Bangladesh | 30 | Completed |
Validating and Refining Sprinkler and Subsurface Drip Irrigation Systems for Sustainable Crop Production in Different Char Areas of Bangladesh | 49.3185 | Completed |
Application of Intermittent Irrigation for fficlent Water Management and Its Impact on Heavy Metal Accumulation in Boro Rice | 30 | Completed |
Application of Intermittent Irrigation for fficlent Water Management and Its Impact on Heavy Metal Accumulation in Boro Rice | 30 | Completed |