Floating garden

How Bangladesh's farmers beat floods

By Minhaz Rahman

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Graphics: Beyond Headlines

As floods swallow farmland in southern Bangladesh, floating gardens help farmers grow vegetables, protect livelihoods, and adapt to climate change. Discover how this traditional farming method supports food security. Details in the video…

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The plastic monster

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