Abstract:
Seed is the vital component in the production of quality planting materials (QPM). A survey was carried
out in 260 upzilla under 52 districts of Bangladesh during 2005-06 to study the status of seed trade of
different fruit species in the country. The survey revealed that more than 20 fruit species traded in 531 seed
stores and a total of 16288.10 kg seeds were sold out amounting Tk. 35.90 million. Variations in different
fruit seeds traded in surveyed districts of Bangladesh were also observed. Significant number of seed
traders expressed their awareness about the deterioration of seed due to attack of pathogens but did not
take any measurement to protect their seeds. The present investigation showed that considerable amount of
seeds of fruit species are being traded every year. as such, the issue of fruit species demands attention of
the concerned authorities to take necessary action.
