Role of Mechanical Rice Harvesting in Socio-Economic Development of Bangladesh

Ali, Md. Rostom; Hasan, Md. Kamrul; Saha, Chayan Kumer; Alam, Md. Monjurul; Hossain, Md. Belal; Kalita, Prasanta K.; Hansen, Alan C.

doi:10.13031/aim.201800751

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“…The use of farm machinery could help to alleviate the manual labour crisis [65][66][67]. In a few places of Barishal, mechanical agricultural practices are not new [65,66], e.g., tractor driven seed and fertiliser drill, and axial flow pump for irrigation. Their adoption can reduce the necessity for manual labour and its associated cost, save time, and reduce postharvest grain losses [65].…”

Section: Mechanised Farmingmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The Government of the country should help farmers in this regard by providing incentives for the procurement of mechanical farm inputs. Furthermore, banks or other private sectors could also provide loan support to farmers [66].…”

Section: Mechanised Farmingmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Crop cultivation involves several stages, among which ripening and harvesting of crops in Barishal were the most affected by the pandemic. The effect on cultivation stages resulted principally from the labour crisis as the crop cultivation in Barishal is still extremely labour intensive [65,66]. The unaffordability of mechanised reaper and harvesters makes the harvesting process labour dependent [68].…”

Section: Constraints Arising From the Covid-19 Pandemicmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Agricultural production systems can be converted to mechanised farming systems so that labour supply limitations are no longer a barrier. Mechanised harvesting has already started in different parts of Bangladesh; its widespread establishment can reduce the risk of labour shortages in times of such crisis [65,66]. Moreover, where mechanised farming cannot be operated, manual labour should be provided with the maintenance of proper health guidelines and personal protective equipment to avoid the spread and transmission of the virus [4].…”

Section: Enhancement Of Local Resiliencementioning

confidence: 99%

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Pandemic or Environmental Socio-Economic Stressors Which Have Greater Impact on Food Security in the Barishal Division of Bangladesh: Initial Perspectives from Agricultural Officers and Farmers

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The COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent protectionary lockdowns have had a dramatic impact on agricultural production globally. Barishal division is the ‘grain-basket’ of Bangladesh and a main rice cultivation centre within the country. This study captures perspectives on the environmental socioeconomic stressors impacting primary production in the coastal region of Barishal, and the impact of the first wave of the global pandemic. In our methodology, a cross-sectional survey is carried out amongst agriculture officers and farmers focusing on land management practices, environmental stressors, and the consequences of the pandemic on winter crop harvests and wet season production. A total number of 234 people participated, of which 31 were agriculture officers and 203 were farmers. Government officers completed an online questionnaire, while farmer responses were collected through Focus Group Discussion. The results show that despite the lockdown, 76% of responders claimed that they had harvested more than 80% of the cultivated winter rice. Other crops, such as fruits and vegetables, were less successfully returned. Despite food production pressures, land capacity was not fully utilised, with a significant/notable proportion of fields left fallow, principally due to periodic flooding events that sufferer concurrently from soil organic matter depletion. Upazila, not severely waterlogged, had salinity problems to contend with. While transportation restrictions and labour shortages were key constraints arising from the impact of COVID-19 on both agricultural production and post harvesting (processing, distribution, and utilisation). Current storage facilities for perishable produce, such as fruit, were found to be lacking, which further compounded access to such food items. The COVID-19 pandemic shocked agricultural productivity and food supply within the Barishal division. However, despite managing to return a successful rice harvest during the lockdown, it was found that the pre-existing environmental stressors arising from cyclones and flooding continued to be the primary threat to agriculture, even during a global pandemic. Our findings have been used to inform management options to increase resilience in the region.

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Section: Mechanised Farmingmentioning

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Section: Mechanised Farmingmentioning

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Section: Constraints Arising From the Covid-19 Pandemicmentioning

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Pandemic or Environmental Socio-Economic Stressors Which Have Greater Impact on Food Security in the Barishal Division of Bangladesh: Initial Perspectives from Agricultural Officers and Farmers

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“…Combine harvesters (mini, medium, and large) are a time-saving technology, saving 20-30% of operation time than ordinary machines [128]. The use of a mini-combine harvester or reaper saved 65% and 52% of the labor costs over manual harvesting [129].…”

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Agricultural Innovation and Sustainable Development: A Case Study of Rice–Wheat Cropping Systems in South Asia

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The rice–wheat cropping system is the main food bowl in Asia, feeding billions across the globe. However, the productivity and long-term sustainability of this system are threatened by stagnant crop yields and greenhouse gas emissions from flooded rice production. The negative environmental consequences of excessive nitrogen fertilizer use are further exacerbating the situation, along with the high labor and water requirements of transplanted rice. Residue burning in rice has also severe environmental concerns. Under these circumstances, many farmers in South Asia have shifted from transplanted rice to direct-seeded rice and reported water and labor savings and reduced methane emissions. There is a need for opting the precision agriculture techniques for the sustainable management of nutrients. Allelopathic crops could be useful in the rotation for weed management, the major yield-reducing factor in direct-seeded rice. Legume incorporation might be a viable option for improving soil health. As governments in South Asia have imposed a strict ban on the burning of rice residues, the use of rice-specific harvesters might be a pragmatic option to manage rice residues with yield and premium advantage. However, the soil/climatic conditions and farmer socio-economic conditions must be considered while promoting these technologies in rice-wheat system in South Asia.

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Combine Harvester: Small Machine Solves Big Rice Harvesting Problem of Bangladesh

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Role of Mechanical Rice Harvesting in Socio-Economic Development of Bangladesh

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Pandemic or Environmental Socio-Economic Stressors Which Have Greater Impact on Food Security in the Barishal Division of Bangladesh: Initial Perspectives from Agricultural Officers and Farmers

Pandemic or Environmental Socio-Economic Stressors Which Have Greater Impact on Food Security in the Barishal Division of Bangladesh: Initial Perspectives from Agricultural Officers and Farmers

Agricultural Innovation and Sustainable Development: A Case Study of Rice–Wheat Cropping Systems in South Asia

Combine Harvester: Small Machine Solves Big Rice Harvesting Problem of Bangladesh

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