The DAE official data shows that at least 92 percent sunflower cultivation was completed until February 23 in the region. Talking to BSS, farmer Abdul Haque said the main objective of sunflower cultivation is oil production. Currently, sunflower oil is selling at a minimum of Tk 250 per litre, while the cultivation cost per bigha does not exceed Tk 3,500, he added. Additional Director of DAE in Khulna Region, Md Rafiqul Islam told BSS this afternoon that 10,650 farmers have been brought under incentive support this season. “All 240 farmers also have received BARI-3 sunflower seeds, DAP and MOP fertlisers and pesticides from the government,” he said.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha February 24, 2026 13:02 UTC