Afzal Hossain said the cultivation target covers all 13 upazilas of the district, with a production goal of 3.75 metric tons per hectare. If the target is achieved, total wheat production in the district is expected to reach around 25,650 metric tons. Afzal Hossain said that the weather conditions this season are favorable for wheat cultivation. Farmers began cultivating early wheat varieties such as BARI-25, BARI-26 and BARI-27 from November 15, and the crops have already sprouted. In recent years, wheat cultivation has expanded beyond highlands to include medium lands and river-side char areas.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha December 22, 2025 12:23 UTC