Green Global
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POTATO FOR FOOD SECURITY IN BANGLADESH (Pages : 94 - 99)

A survey was conducted at Comilla and Munshiganj districts during 2008 to generate information on area, production and utilization of potato. Both primary and secondary data were used in this study. A total of 100 farmers were selected randomly. Data were collected by direct interview method. Area and production of potato have been increasing rapidly compared to cereal crops like rice and wheat. Per unit of land and time potato was more productive than any other food crops. Average yield of potato was 22.25 t/h. Maximum yield was 36.23 t/h at Munshiganj. Average production cost and selling price of potato were Tk 6.95 and 10.95 per kg respectively. Benefit Cost Ratios (BCR) was 1.58. Potato contains about 16% carbohydrates of which starch is the major part i.e. about 14% starch on fresh weight basis. The potato is not an outstanding source of energy yet a good source of high quality protein. Potato is a rich source of vitamin C, it is rich in important minerals. Results showed that Potato is an efficient food crop. If percentage of potato consumption is increased pressure on rice would be reduced. Hence potato can play an important rule in the food security of Bangladesh. Download