Dhaka, Dec. 22 -- Overall Aman paddy yields are good across the country this year. The prices of paddy also make farmers happy. Nabanna utsob (Harvest festival) is prevailing in villages, Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE) and other sources said.

In this harvesting season, the courtyards of farmers, across the country are now filled with the aroma of newly harvested Aman paddy.

Amid the harvesting rush, the festive spirit of Nabanna (harvest festival) has returned to villages. With new rice entering homes, preparations for celebrations have begun.

Rural areas are once again buzzing with activity and life. Farmers are passing very busy days harvesting and threshing paddy. Local haat and markets are now overflowing with new rice....