[Composition] - Jute

Source: wikipedia

Introduction: 

Jute is a kind of fiber. We get it from its jute plants. It is the cash crop of Bangladesh. It brings a lot of foreign exchange for our country. So it is called the golden fiber of Bangladesh.

Where grows: 

Jute is mainly grown in Bangladesh. It grows very well in Mymensingh and Faridpur. It is also grown in India, Thailand and China. But Bangladesh grows the best jute.

Cultivation: 

At first, the land is ploughed well. Then, it is manured well. It is leveled again and again. Then the farmers sow the seeds in the months of March and April after a shower of rain. Plants come out in a few days. The fields are weeded. After three or four months the plants grow into their full size. They become ten to twelve feet high. Next, the jute plants are cut down and tied up in bundles. After that, they are kept under water. They get often. The fiber is taken out from the stalks and washed in water. Then it is dried in the sun and made ready for sale. 

Usefulness: 

Jute is a very useful thing. Many things such as clothes, gunny bags, mats, ropes, carpets etc. are made of jute. Jute stalks are used as fuel. They are also used in making fence. We can earn much foreign exchange by exporting jute.

Conclusion : 

Jute, a cash crop, plays an important role in our economy. But it is not produced as before in our country. So we should try to produce more and more jute. More jute mills should be set up in our country.