Dhaka, Feb. 21 -- Bangladesh's farmers are facing an intensifying crisis as they struggle to secure fair prices for their produce. Oversupply, soaring production costs, inefficient market management and limited access to finance have left many farmers in distress. This issue is not just an economic concern-it is a political one as well. As the next general election approaches, it is imperative to acknowledge that farmers are not merely agricultural producers; they are also voters whose voices must be heard.

Struggle for Fair Prices

One of the most frustrating examples of this crisis is the fate of sweet pumpkin farmers in Chandpur's Sadar and Hajiganj upazilas. Once a profitable crop, sweet pumpkins are now being sold as cattle feed due...