SAARC Agriculture Centre unveils books on food safety and agroecology at Ekushey Book Fair Dhaka. Photo : CollectedDHAKA, Mar 15, 2026 (BSS) - SAARC Agriculture Centre (SAC) has unveiled two publications at Amar Ekushey Book Fair 2026 highlighting key regional priorities in agricultural development and sustainable food systems in South Asia. Dr Md Harunur Rashid, Director of the SAARC Agriculture Centre, presided over the event. He noted that stronger cooperation among researchers and policymakers can help improve food safety systems and support sustainable agricultural development across the SAARC region. Speaking as the chief guest, Dr Chandra Shekara highlighted the growing need for harmonised food safety standards to facilitate agricultural trade within South Asia.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha March 15, 2026 06:20 UTC