Farmers in Rajshahi turning to advanced cauliflower cultivation for higher profits | District

RAJSHAHI, Sept 28, 2025 (BSS) - The cultivation of advanced varieties of cauliflower is gaining momentum across Rajshahi, particularly in the Barind tract, as farmers shift towards high-value crops to boost their incomes and improve livelihoods. Traditionally a winter vegetable, cauliflower is now being successfully cultivated during the summer months in various upazilas including Durgapur, Godagari, Paba, and Puthiya. This shift is driven by increasing market demand and higher profits from off-season production. Local farmers have embraced both commercial and homestead methods of farming, with many moving away from water-intensive crops like paddy. Support from government and non-government organizations has further encouraged this transition toward sustainable and profitable agriculture. "The demand is high, and the prices are good," said Monirul...