Pirojpur, Sept. 6 -- A farmer in Pirojpur has transformed his fortune through malta cultivation, turning a small 10-decimal plot into a thriving orchard and nursery while inspiring others to take up commercial citrus farming.

Rebati Shikdar, 50, of Dakatia village in Sadar upazila, started cultivating malta in 2008 with just 10 decimals of land, encouraged by advice from the Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE) and the potential for a malta farming revolution in the district.

He collected 45 saplings of an Indian variety from the local market and planted and nurtured them following the advice of agricultural officials. Within three years, the orchard began producing a good yield.

Rebati said his wife's strong interest and dedicat...