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Bangladesh: Farmers bet on climate-proof crops

According to IPS, the crop diversification, actively supported by the government’s research institutions, is already benefiting Bengali farmers. Bangladesh’s agricultural institutions have developed 190 varieties of wheat and rice capable of withstanding drought, salinity, pest attacks, flooding or temperature extremes. Despite such advances, experts feel that Bangladesh needs better cooperation from international agriculture research agencies to help farmers adapt to climate change.

Keywords

  • Themes:Climate Change, Food Security & Agriculture
  • Hazards:Drought, Flood, Heat Wave, Insect Infestation
  • Countries/Regions:Bangladesh

  • Short URL:http://preventionweb.net/go/24498

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