, April 18 -- Amid global energy market volatility triggered by the Iran-Israel-US tensions and concerns over fuel supply Bangladesh's agriculture sector is feeling the strain particularly during the irrigation season, when diesel-dependent farmers face rising costs and uncertainty.

Against this backdrop, solar-powered irrigation is emerging as a beacon of hope across the Rangpur division.

Officials say around 5.9 megawatts of electricity is being generated daily from solar irrigation systems in different parts of the region, helping save around 7.5 million litres of diesel in a single irrigation season.

Farmers say the shift has eased their worries about diesel shortages, price hikes and power outages, allowing them to irrigate fields...