He gave the suggestion following a presentation of video documentation on 'Krishi Bajet Krishoker Bajet' regarding farmers' opinions elicited through their participation in programmes of

Rhidoye Mati O Manush conducted by Channel i in the districts.

Sykh Seraj, director of Channel i, made the presentation at the International Conference Centre of the Chief Adviser's Office yesterday.

A 23-point recommendation was also placed on "Bangladesher Krishi: Samosya, Sambhabona and Karaniya."

Fakhruddin said success of any budget, either for agriculture or other sectors, depends on its proper and timely implementation. "Country's and rural development is involved with agriculture."

He said it would have to make sure that farmers can get fair price of their products.

He stressed increased allocation in agriculture sector and monitoring as to whether the allocated funds are being properly disbursed and utilised.

He said the authorities concerned will have to be careful about distribution of fertilisers properly with strong monitoring to reach fertiliser to the doorsteps of farmers.

Referring to some new but simple techniques in crop cultivation like use of granule urea fertiliser, leaf-colour chart and drum seeder, he said viable procedures should be extended in agriculture for better harvest with low cost and less use of fertiliser.

The chief adviser appreciated agriculture-based programmes in mass media as it builds up linkage between the government and farmers.

Agriculture Adviser CS Karim, Industries Adviser Geeteara Safiya Choudhury, Agriculture Secretary Md Abdul Aziz and Industries Secretary Md Nurul Amin also spoke on the occasion.