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Why farmers are showing interest in Murikata onion cultivation

Cultivation of Murikata onions is expanding across several districts in Bangladesh, including Pabna and Faridpur.

BBC News বাংলা · 2 November 2026, 2:45 AM

Onion production in Bangladesh is concentrated in regions with colder climates. Currently, the cultivation of Murikata onions is spreading across various districts, including Pabna, Faridpur, Rajbari, Rangpur, Kushtia, Jhenaidah, Shariatpur, and Madaripur. The popularity of this variety is growing annually, with more farmers opting to cultivate it. The increasing interest among farmers is attributed to the specific characteristics and cultivation benefits associated with this type of onion.