Flood affects 3200 farmers in Bhuapur this year

Published: Aug 1, 2024
Flood affects 3200 farmers in Bhuapur this year
Flood affects 3200 farmers in Bhuapur this year

Mamun Sarker, Bhuapur (Tangail)

The farmers of char and low-lying areas along the banks of the Jamuna River in Bhuapur Upazila of the district have faced heavy losses due to this year’s floods.

Aush paddy, jute, sesame seeds and various types of vegetables have rotted in the water. Many crops are still under water in many areas. The amount of loss in the upazila has reached Tk 5,18,67,000. Due to the pressure of loans from NGOs and the increase in commodity prices, the affected farmers are now destitute. The affected farmers have sought government assistance to overcome this loss.

It can be seen on the ground, the current flood has caused extensive damage to the agricultural sector in the low-lying areas of Gabsara, Arjuna, Nikrail and Gobindasi unions of Bhuapur Upazila. After the water receded, crop debris came out. Rotten crops have now turned into leftovers. Many farmers’ dreams have been shattered due to permanent water-logging in various areas.

According to the information of the Upazila Agriculture Department, 527 hectares of land belonging to 3,200 farmers have been destroyed as paddy, jute, sesame and vegetables have rotted. The amount of loss is Tk 5,18,67,000.

Affected farmers said, “Every year floods cause huge damage to our crops. Due to several floods this year, Aush paddy, jute, sesame seeds and vegetables were submerged in water and rotted. As a result we have suffered huge financial losses. If we get government support, we will be able to overcome this loss to some extent.”

In this connection, Upazila Agriculture Officer Agriculturist Md Mokhlesur Rahman said, “This year, 527 hectares of Aush paddy, jute, sesame and vegetables in the upazila were destroyed by floods. As a result, the farmers have suffered a loss of Tk 5,18,67,000. All kinds of support including incentives will be given to the affected farmers. Our Sub-Assistant Agriculture Officers are going to the field level and giving various suggestions to the affected farmers to overcome the losses.”