Which crops besides rice are important to Bangladesh’s agriculture?

While rice is the predominant agricultural product in Bangladesh, the country relies on several other crops to support its economy and food supply.

Key agricultural products include:

• Cash Crops: Jute and tea are vital to the economy and serve as significant sources of foreign exchange, with the country ranking as one of the world’s leading suppliers of raw jute.1
• Grains and Pulses: Wheat and various pulses, such as peas, beans, and lentils, are major agricultural outputs.1
• Other Staples and Produce: Farmers also cultivate sugarcane, sweet potatoes, tobacco, and a variety of oilseeds and spices.1
• Fruits: The agricultural sector produces a range of fruits, including bananas, mangoes, and pineapples.1

To mitigate the risks of crop failure due to monsoon-dependent weather, the government has implemented various irrigation and flood-control projects to stabilize production throughout the year.1