EVALUATION OF FRUIT TREE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES IN HAOR HOMESTEADS OF BANGLADESH

Abstract

A study was conducted in Haor area of Ajmiriganj upazila of Habigonj district. There are five unions in Ajmiriganj upazila. The 45 homesteads were surveyed to understand their knowledge regarding homestead fruit cultivation and also identify the present fruit production system. A well structured interview schedule was developed based on objectives of the study. The majority in Bangladesh have lower knowledge on management of homestead fruit production and practices.