According to the Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE), the target for winter tomato cultivation in Rajshahi district has been fixed at 3,500 hectares of land. Of the nine upazilas, Godagari alone accounts for tomato cultivation on 2,250 hectares. Over the last two weeks, he sold tomatoes worth Tk 30,000 at rates of Tk 70-75 per kilogram. More than one lakh families are directly benefiting from tomato cultivation and trading, while a large number of employment opportunities are generated every year. Retired Chief Scientific Officer of the Fruit Research Station, Dr Alim Uddin, said the soil and climatic conditions of Rajshahi, Natore, Naogaon and Chapainawabganj districts are highly suitable for tomato cultivation.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha December 23, 2025 09:37 UTC