Floating gardening

The floating gardening, locally known as baira or dhap, is a traditional agricultural practice originating from Bangladesh. The practice involves layering water hyacinth, bamboo and organic matter to create floating beds for vegetable cultivation. This adaptive farming method emerged as a solution to the severe monsoon flooding that submerges arable land for months each year. Highlighting its significance in sustainable agriculture and climate resilience, it was recognized by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) as a Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS) in 2015.