CA seeks Dutch support for establishing cold storages to preserve agri products | News

NEW YORK, Sept 25, 2025 (BSS) — Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus today sought Dutch support for establishing cold storage facilities in Bangladeshi villages to help preserve perishable agricultural products during harvesting season. Prof Yunus made the formal request during a meeting with Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly at the UN headquarters here in the USA. Highlighting Bangladesh’s emergence as a major producer of fruits and vegetables, Prof Yunus said millions of small farmers often suffer losses due to steep price drops during harvesting period, when local markets are flooded with fresh produce. He said the absence of short-term cold storage facilities in rural areas leaves farmers unable to preserve their...