Caritas Bangladesh Chattogram Region Hosts Ecological Transition and Agro-Ecology Program

Caritas Bangladesh, the social action arm of the Catholic Church, successfully conducted an ecological transition and agroecology program at its Chattogram Region from March 10 to 11.

The event was held in collaboration with AFD and Secours Catholique-Caritas France as part of the CPP PAEP II ecological transition and agroecology project, which has been active in the Chittagong Hill Tracts since October 2021.

The two-day program featured a cross-learning visit to several key agricultural centers, including the Regional Agricultural Research Station (RARS) in Hathazari, the Horticulture Center, and the Hill Research Station in Ramgarh.

A total of 34 participants, comprising 27 men and 7 women, participated in the visit. The participants were guided by renowned agricultural experts, Dr. M. Shahidul Islam Khan and Dr. Nazim Uddin.

The visit focused on various topics essential to sustainable farming practices in the region. These included agroecology, climate-resilient farming plots, the use of bio-pesticides, local fruit seedling techniques, and the introduction of new brinjal (eggplant) varieties.

The initiative aimed to enhance the participants' understanding of hill cultivation methods and how they can be adapted to ensure long-term sustainability and climate resilience.

By fostering knowledge-sharing among the participants and local experts, the program highlighted the importance of integrating ecological transition strategies with agroecological practices to benefit the environment and local communities.

The event is a significant step in strengthening Caritas Bangladesh's commitment to supporting sustainable development in the Chittagong Hill Tracts.

This program is part of Caritas Bangladesh’s ongoing efforts to promote ecological sustainability and climate-resilient agriculture, ensuring a better future for the communities in the region.