FAS - Foreign Agricultural Service
08/18/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/19/2026 08:27
Bangladesh: Update of National Poultry Development Policy Formalizes MBM Import Ban
On June 14, 2026, Bangladesh updated its national framework policy for the poultry sector for the first time in 18 years with the "National Poultry Development Policy 2026." This report analyzes the new policy, highlights key differences from the previous framework, and assesses potential impacts on the poultry industry and agricultural trade. This policy marks the first instance of a formal ban on the import of meat and bone meal (MBM) of any animal origin.
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