Rajshahi, Dec 30 (V7N) — Mango trees across Rajshahi are beginning to show early blossoms, though full flowering is expected to take another two months. Farmers are currently engaged in final-stage care of their orchards, hopeful of a good harvest thanks to favorable weather conditions this season.

According to the Rajshahi Agriculture Extension Department, in the 2024-25 fiscal year, mangoes were cultivated on 19,603 hectares in the region, producing 249,952 metric tons. For the 2025-26 fiscal year, cultivation is planned on the same area with a production target of 246,000 metric tons.

Field visits to mango orchards in several upazilas of Rajshahi revealed farmers spraying trees with pesticide-mixed water and providing additional care to ensure healthy growth. Recent foggy conditions have prompted the use of fungicides to protect the early blossoms from fungal attacks.

Amirul Islam, a mango farmer from Paba Upazila, said, “This year the mango trees have started to bloom early. We are watering and spraying at the tree bases. The persistent cold and fog that affected last year have been milder this year, so we expect a good yield.”

Mahtab Ali, a farmer from Charghat, noted, “Consistent care throughout the year has ensured good harvests each season. Some of my trees have already shown early blossoms. If pests like hopper or borers are not controlled in time, the yield may decrease, so we are vigilant.”

Dr. Shafiqul Islam, Chief Scientific Officer at the Rajshahi Fruit Research Center, stated that mango trees in Rajshahi have not yet fully blossomed. “Full flowering is expected around February to March. Proper care and disease control now will ensure a healthy bloom. The weather this season is better than last year, so we anticipate a good quantity of mangoes,” he added.

Nasir Uddin, Deputy Director of the Rajshahi Agriculture Extension Department, said, “We provide farmers with guidance to achieve optimal mango production. Each tree requires two pesticide applications per year. Our assistant and sub-assistant agriculture officers are working on the ground to support farmers. Last year, mango yield per hectare was 12.5 metric tons, and this year we target 12.8 metric tons per hectare, indicating a promising harvest.”

Farmers remain optimistic as early signs suggest healthy mango blossoms and the potential for a productive season ahead.

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