Dhaka, June 27 -- The World Food Prize Foundation has honoured prominent Bangladeshi business leader and politician Abdul Awal Mintoo as one of its '2025 Top Agri-Food Pioneers (TAP)'.

This prestigious recognition celebrates his profound and lasting impact on agriculture and food security, not only within Bangladesh but also on a global scale.

Mintoo, who chairs Lal Teer Seed Limited, has been instrumental in revolutionizing Bangladesh's agricultural landscape. His company is a cornerstone of the nation's food production, meeting a significant 30 percent of Bangladesh's total seed demand. This achievement is particularly vital given the country's struggle with poor seed production and supply, which historically led to low crop yields un...