3 cold storages for mangoes in Rajshahi

BSS :
A number of three cold storages are being established on pilot basis for the first time in the region aimed at preserving mango and other high-valued fruits and vegetables.
The cold storages — one each at Shibpur under Puthiya Upazila in Rajshahi, at Natore Sadar Upazila and at Shibganj Upazila in Chapainawabganj district — will help the farmers protect their mangoes and other perishable goods from being wasted for around one month.  
Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE) is setting up the cold storages under its project titled “Agriculture Development Project of Rajshahi Division through

Extension of Modern Technology” creating hope among the mango growers and traders.
“Construction works of the storages are expected to be completed within the shortest possible time,” said Dr SM Hasanuzzaman, Director of the project, adding the venture will benefit the growers and traders of various seasonal fruits and other vegetables.
He said the five-year project is being implemented in 67 Upazilas of all eight districts in the division at a cost of around Taka 147.03 crore since January, 2020.