Dhaka, April 26 -- State Minister for Fisheries and Livestock Sultan Salauddin Tuku on Saturday said the fisheries and livestock sector is being brought under the 'Farmer Card' programme as the current government is working with the utmost importance for the development of the sector.

"The fisheries and livestock sector are coming under the 'Farmer Card' (programme). So, farmers in the sector will also enjoy benefits similar to crop farmers," he said.

The state minister made the remarks while speaking as chief guest at a programme marking World Veterinary Day 2026 at the Bangladesh Agricultural Research Council (BARC) auditorium in the city.

This year's day was observed with the theme "Veterinarians: Guardians of Food and Health".

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