The Agriculture Secretary visited farms in the Laldighi area of Godagari and told local farmers there is no fertilizer crisis, giving clear reassurance that stocks are sufficient through December and that supplies will meet needs this season. He began by inspecting paddy fields and irrigation works and then spoke directly with growers about practical steps to boost yields while saving money. He urged farmers to use fertilizer carefully because the right amount at the right time can raise yields by 15 to 40 percent for crops such as wheat, potato, pulse, mustard and vegetables. The secretary also highlighted a new farming tool called the Khamari App that gives plot-level advice on crop types, required seed amounts and fertilizer needs, and officials say using the app could save about Taka 1,000 per bigha for paddy while adding roughly 40 kilograms to yield per bigha. During the visit he noted work being done by the Barind Multipurpose Development Authority to expand cropping from one harvest to three in many places, a change that is already helping local incomes and food supply. He stressed the importance of promoting less water-consuming cereal crops in drought-prone areas and suggested surface water irrigation as a useful option to ease pressure on underground aquifers. The visit included leaders from the Department of Agricultural Extension and engineers from BMDA who are coordinating irrigation and seed programs so new practices can reach more farms. Farmers and extension workers described how video lessons, on-site demonstrations and simple technology have helped people learn faster and adopt improved seed, compost and reduced-tillage methods. Officials praised efforts to combine better seeds with balanced fertilization, integrated pest management and conservation practices so yields rise without harming soil or water. The secretary encouraged wider use of hybrid and stress-tolerant varieties that can resist floods, drought and disease, and he asked local teams to help farmers access quality seed and training. He also urged livestock and crop systems to work together where possible, so waste becomes compost and small farms gain more steady income. The overall message to growers was practical and hopeful: supplies are stable, tools are available to cut costs and raise production, and local programs are ready to help farmers plan crops more wisely. As these steps spread, officials expect more reliable harvests, stronger local markets and better food security, while the focus on water-saving crops and smarter inputs aims to protect the land for future seasons and create steady jobs in rural areas.
