Today, we inaugurated the training for enumerators involved in the baseline survey for the project on “Upgrading Value Chains of Nutrient-Dense Perishable Agricultural Commodities in Bangladesh: Technological Interventions and IT-Based Business Model Development to Reduce Postharvest and Nutrient Loss.” The first day of training was attended by 12 graduate and postgraduate students. This is a […]
Focus Group Discussion with capture fish stakeholders
The capture fish stakeholders of Kishorganj, Bangladesh, face significant challenges, including fish quality deterioration within hours of capture, small boats with low-power engines that delay market arrival, and increased operational costs due to leased fishing areas. Immediate improvements needed include extended market hours, well-equipped boats, access to loans for modern equipment, and alternative job opportunities […]
Enrollment of PhD Students: Viva Voce Selection Process
Recently, we conducted a viva voce session to select a PhD student for the socio-economic component of our research project. Several students had applied for the position, and they were invited to participate in the viva voce on June 15, 2024. The panel included distinguished members: Prof. Dr. Madan Mohon Dey (US Principal Investigator) Prof. Dr. Md. […]
Three PhD Scholarships Available
Call for Applications 3 PhD Scholarships Available The PH-NLREDUCTION project is inviting applications for a total of 3 PhD scholarships. The details can be found on the website of Bangladesh Agricultural University (https://bau.edu.bd) and the project’s own website (https://ph-nlreduction.org/). PhD scholarship # 1 Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh has been implementing a Research Project Entitled “Upgrading […]
[Monthly Meeting] April 2024 Update
In April 2024, our project focused on upgrading value chains for nutrient-dense perishable agricultural commodities in Bangladesh. We adhered to our workplan, enrolled PhD students, and held productive monthly meetings. The carefully crafted update sheet tracked our progress, while field visits and budget allocations ensured efficient resource utilization. As we move forward, our commitment remains […]
