Bangladesh faces severe floods, destroying 1.1 million metric tons of rice and causing $380 million in agricultural losses.

Bangladesh has faced severe flooding, destroying approximately 1.1 million metric tons of rice, according to the agriculture ministry. The floods, triggered by heavy monsoon rains, have led to a significant rise in food prices, prompting the government to plan imports of 500,000 tons of rice. The flooding has also caused an estimated 45 billion taka ($380 million) in agricultural losses. Experts stress the need for developing climate-resilient crop varieties to ensure food security.

October 20, 2024
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