Different modern farming methods have helped increase the production and farming of sweet pumpkin in the country, a healthy and nutritious vegetable. 

Pumpkin is rich in vitamins and minerals but low in calories. It is also called the ‘cheaper nutrient’ for the poor as its seeds, leaves, and juices are packed with powerful nutritional elements.

Pumpkin production has gained popularity in the river basins and chars, said Mahbuba Moonmoon, additional deputy director (horticulture wing) of the Department of Agriculture Extension (DAE).

Though this vegetable is mainly produced in the country’s southern region, new farming methods are getting popularity in different char and haor areas, she said. 

“Pumpkin doesn’t have a fixed harvesting period, farmers can harvest it anytime, and there is no post-harvest loss as well,” said the horticulturist, adding that Pumpkin can be stored for up to a year.