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From Two Cows to 115: Teacher’s Dairy Success

A madrasa teacher in Dinajpur’s Birampur upazila has expanded a modest beginning into a successful commercial dairy venture. Zakirul Islam, who started his farm with just two cows after watching YouTube tutorials and consulting family members, now owns 115 Friesian cows. His modern farm produces between 300 and 350 litres of milk daily and generates an annual income of around 2.5 million taka. The farm has also created employment opportunities for several local workers.

Sunday, 23 November 2025, 22:14

Key Strategies to Boost Broiler Weight Gain

Broiler chickens continue to play a significant role in meeting Bangladesh’s growing demand for animal protein. With the country’s rising population, the demand for broiler meat is steadily increasing, enabling farmers to earn profits while contributing to national economic development. However, broiler farming carries certain risks, particularly because rapid weight gain is a key expectation for farmers. To address this, experts have highlighted several effective strategies to accelerate broiler weight gain.

Saturday, 22 November 2025, 20:08

Ex-Migrant Worker Builds Major Agro Farm in Kachua

After spending many years as an expatriate worker in Malaysia, Abu Nasir Miaji returned home with a dream of creating employment opportunities in his own community. That vision has taken shape as Al Hamid Agro Farm, a mixed and rapidly expanding agricultural enterprise set in the middle of the wetlands of Kadla village in Kadla Union of Kachua upazila.

Thursday, 20 November 2025, 23:42

Akkelpur Poultry Farmer Tuku Inspires Local Entrepreneurs

Ismail Hossain Tuku, a successful poultry farmer from Jamalganj in Akkelpur, has emerged as a prominent figure in the region’s poultry industry. He began his journey in 2000 with just 5,000 Sonali chicks housed in three sheds. Over the years, his enterprise has grown steadily, and he now operates eight farms, including three- and six-storey facilities, collectively producing over 100,000 birds.

Tuesday, 18 November 2025, 22:50

Humboldt Penguins Face Severe Threat of Extinction

Food shortages, hostile environments and the increasingly erratic behavior of nature have pushed penguins, the iconic seabirds, to the brink of extinction. Scientists, however, hold human activities primarily responsible for their rapid decline and say strict legal enforcement is essential to safeguard the species.

Sunday, 16 November 2025, 16:33

Dhaka Records 19.6°C as Mild Winter Feeling Grows

A mild winter-like feeling has begun to spread across the country, with Dhaka and its surrounding areas also experiencing a gradual drop in temperature. Although the morning minimum temperature in the capital had remained around 20 degrees Celsius in recent days, it dipped to 19.6 degrees Celsius at 6 a.m. today.

Friday, 14 November 2025, 19:28

Over 50 Cats Rescued from Shelter Home in Narayanganj

More than fifty cats were rescued from a shelter home in the Signboard area of Narayanganj by Animal Rights BD. The rescue took place on Saturday afternoon near the Dhaka–Chattogram Highway.

Friday, 14 November 2025, 19:24

Goat Farmers Advised on Preventing Fatal Diseases

Goat farmers in Bangladesh have been urged to stay vigilant against two of the most common and deadly diseases affecting goats—anthrax (locally known as “torka”) and mastitis (“olan paka”). Experts stress that understanding the symptoms, prevention, and treatment of these diseases is crucial for protecting livestock and farmers’ livelihoods.

Thursday, 13 November 2025, 20:48

Two-Headed Calf Born in Thakurgaon Draws Crowds

A rare two-headed calf was born in Gagua village of Lehemba Union under Ranisankail upazila in Thakurgaon, creating widespread curiosity among locals. The calf was born on Monday evening, November 10, to a cow owned by local farmer Jalal Uddin.

Wednesday, 12 November 2025, 22:34

Young Entrepreneur Transforms Life Through Farming

Once an unemployed youth, 32-year-old Rajib Karmakar from Patuakhali has transformed his life through fish, poultry, and dairy farming. Starting with a small poultry setup at his home to escape unemployment, Rajib is now a successful entrepreneur earning around Tk 200,000 per month. His success has inspired many local youths to pursue self-employment.

Tuesday, 11 November 2025, 22:17

Uganda’s National Bird Breeds First Chick in Gazipur

For the first time, a Grey Crowned Crane, Uganda’s national bird, has hatched a chick in the Safari Kingdom area of Gazipur Safari Park. The pair of cranes reside inside a large aviary alongside other species such as kalim, pelican, and hornbill. Visitors recently spotted the parent birds strolling through the grass with their chick, which was born on September 29. The chick’s plumage is a mix of white and brown.

Monday, 10 November 2025, 22:35

Locals Capture 10-Foot Crocodile in Manikganj

A 10-foot-long crocodile that had been spotted in the Ichamati River of Manikganj for nearly a month has finally been captured in a trap set by local residents. The reptile was caught around 8:30 p.m. on Friday in the Choukighata area of Hatipara Union under Manikganj Sadar upazila. On Saturday, the Forest Department decided to transfer the crocodile to Gazipur Safari Park after rescuing it from the site.

Sunday, 9 November 2025, 22:06