Jaydul Islam

Netrokona’s uplands: Rain, labour shortage delay paddy harvest

While paddy harvesting in the haor regions of Netrokona has been completed, farmers in the district’s non-haor areas are still facing severe difficulties due to equipment shortages, natural disasters, and lack of labour.

1d ago

Netrokona rice farmers concerned about brown plant hopper infestation

So far, 85 percent of the haor fields and 30 percent of the non-haor fields have been harvested.

2w ago

Netrokona farmers deprived of fair prices despite good Boro harvest

Farmers are often compelled to sell their crops at significantly lower prices before even storing them due to urgent financial needs

4w ago

Pumpkin farmers in Netrokona hit by low prices despite bumper harvest

Sweet pumpkins are currently being sold at Tk 5 to Tk 7 per kg in the wholesale markets

1m ago

Barla massacre, a memory still painful but yet to be recognised

Even after 54 years of independence, the brutal massacre of December 13, 1971 still haunts the remote village of Barla in Kendua upazila, Netrokona

1m ago

Netrakona a gateway to nature

During the cooler months, Netrakona attracts tourists eager to explore its landscapes and immerse themselves in its rich cultural diversity.

2m ago
May 17, 2025
May 17, 2025

Netrokona’s uplands: Rain, labour shortage delay paddy harvest

While paddy harvesting in the haor regions of Netrokona has been completed, farmers in the district’s non-haor areas are still facing severe difficulties due to equipment shortages, natural disasters, and lack of labour.

May 1, 2025
May 1, 2025

Netrokona rice farmers concerned about brown plant hopper infestation

So far, 85 percent of the haor fields and 30 percent of the non-haor fields have been harvested.

April 19, 2025
April 19, 2025

Netrokona farmers deprived of fair prices despite good Boro harvest

Farmers are often compelled to sell their crops at significantly lower prices before even storing them due to urgent financial needs

April 8, 2025
April 8, 2025

Pumpkin farmers in Netrokona hit by low prices despite bumper harvest

Sweet pumpkins are currently being sold at Tk 5 to Tk 7 per kg in the wholesale markets

March 26, 2025
March 26, 2025

Barla massacre, a memory still painful but yet to be recognised

Even after 54 years of independence, the brutal massacre of December 13, 1971 still haunts the remote village of Barla in Kendua upazila, Netrokona

March 15, 2025
March 15, 2025

Netrakona a gateway to nature

During the cooler months, Netrakona attracts tourists eager to explore its landscapes and immerse themselves in its rich cultural diversity.