GOPALGANJ, Feb 8, 2026 (BSS) - SM Jasim Rahman, 40, of the district has achieved remarkable success through the commercial cultivation of Balsundari and Thai varieties of plum, setting an inspiring example for unemployed and educated youth in the region. A resident of Pukhuria village under Paikkandi union of Sadar upazila, Jasim Rahman holds an LLB degree. Facing uncertainty, Jasim leased an additional six bighas of land alongside his own, establishing a modern plum garden on a total of 10 bighas. He planted around 1,200 saplings of the commercially popular 'Balsundari' and 'Thai plum' varieties. Inspired by his success, several local farmers, including Alam Khan and Gaus Sheikh, have shown interest in commercial plum cultivation.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha February 08, 2026 10:47 UTC