Syngenta Bangladesh Donates Rice Seed to Flood-Affected Farming Community

In response to the devastating floods impacting the agricultural community, Syngenta Bangladesh donated Rice seeds on August 28, 2024, in collaboration with the Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE) under the Ministry of Agriculture to support significantly affected farmers.

Syngenta officials formally handed over the donated seed to the Director General of the Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE). This donation aims to enhance agricultural productivity sustainability, which is crucial for ensuring food security in the face of future challenges.

The donated seeds will be distributed among many farmers in the severely affected areas, particularly in Cumilla, to alleviate immediate losses and enhance the livelihoods of the affected farmers. This effort underscores Syngenta Bangladesh's commitment to supporting the agricultural community during challenging times and fulfilling its industry responsibility.

Syngenta is a leading science-based agtech company supporting millions of farmers worldwide in growing safe and nutritious food while caring for the planet. It is a joint venture public limited company of Syngenta AG Switzerland and Bangladesh Government through Bangladesh Chemical Industries Corporation (BCIC).