Dhaka, March 18 -- Sr. Staff Reporter, Kishoreganj :
Farmers in Kishoreganj are expressing concerns over the early sprouting of hybrid rice, a new variety that has been introduced under government incentives. Despite the farmers' worries, agricultural experts believe that the impact on overall production will be minimal.The hybrid rice variety, known as 'Tia,' promoted by the Lal Teer Seed Company, has begun to sprout earlier than expected. According to agricultural officials, the early emergence is due to several factors, including the planting of older seedlings, planting multiple seedlings per bunch instead of the recommended single seedling, and delayed irrigation practices.During a visit last Friday to the Gaglail block in Danapatuli ...