Ministry of Agriculture (Bangladesh)

The Ministry of Agriculture (Bengali: কৃষি মন্ত্রণালয়; Kr̥ṣi Mantraṇālaẏa) is a ministry of the Government of Bangladesh. It is the principal government body responsible for the formulation, implementation, and administration of policies, laws, rules, and regulations relating to Agriculture in Bangladesh.

The ministry plays a central role in ensuring food security, agricultural development, and sustainable use of agricultural resources in the country. Its functions include crop production, agricultural research and extension services, seed development, fertilizer management, irrigation coordination, pest control, and the promotion of modern farming technologies. The Ministry of Agriculture works in coordination with various attached departments, autonomous bodies, research institutions, and field-level offices to enhance agricultural productivity, support farmers’ livelihoods, and contribute to national economic growth and rural development.