Sustainable Agriculture Training Begins in Pabna

A three-day training program for farmers has been launched in Pabna under the Sustainable Agricultural Development Project of the Bogura Agricultural Region. The inauguration ceremony was held on 16 June, Tuesday at the training hall of the Deputy Director’s Office of the Department of Agricultural Extension in Pabna.

The chief guest at the event was Agriculturist Md. Abdul Wadud, Additional Director of the Department of Agricultural Extension, Bogura Region.

Speaking at the program, he said sustainable agriculture is a system that meets current food demands while preserving environmental balance. He emphasized that maintaining soil fertility, ensuring efficient water use and promoting organic fertilizers and environmentally friendly pest management practices are essential for protecting agricultural resources for future generations.

He noted that the excessive and unplanned use of chemical fertilizers, seeds, water and pesticides increases production costs and may compromise food safety. Ensuring safe food production is important for protecting public health, preventing long-term diseases and supporting national economic development.

Md. Abdul Wadud also discussed seed classification, characteristics of quality seeds, seed preservation, irrigation management, balanced fertilizer application and the proper use of pesticides. He urged participants to apply the knowledge gained from the training to enhance agricultural productivity and sustainability.

The event was chaired by Agriculturist Md. Jahangir Alam Pramanik, Deputy Director of the Department of Agricultural Extension, Pabna. The program was moderated by Agriculturist Md. Rafiul Islam, Additional Deputy Director (Crop). District Training Officer Agriculturist Md. Saiful Islam and Additional Deputy Director (Horticulture) Agriculturist Md. Nure Alam were also present.

Farmers from different upazilas of Pabna district are participating in the three-day training program.

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