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Dr. Sharmin Akter
Associate Professor
Department of Agricultural Extension Education
Faculty of Agriculture
Research Interest:
Agricultural technologies in fram mangement, Foreacst Infroamtion in farming, Climate change, Interdisciplinary approach.
Total Publications: 15
| Journal Article (15) |
| 2026 |
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1.
Analysing farmers’ perceptions of genetically improved G3 Rohu (Labeo rohita) fish culture in Mymensingh District, Bangladesh Indian Journal of Extension Education Author List: S Akter, N Azim, Mithun Hoque, MNAS MJ, S Saad, MA Hasan Vol. 62, pp 54-59. 2026. |
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2.
Perceptions of Probiotic Use Among Commercial Fish Farmers: Evidence From Jamalpur District, Bangladesh Cureus Journal Of Agriculture and Food Science Author List: Sharmin Akter • Meghna Akter • Solaiman Saad • Iffat Ara Mahzabin • Md. Abid Hasan Vol. 3, pp . 2026. |
| 2025 |
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3.
Assessment of training needs for Pangas fish farmers in disease management: A study in selected areas of Trishal Upazila, Mymensingh District, Bangladesh. Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology Author List: Akter, S., Nayon, M. R. I., Uddin, M. N., Saad, S., & Hasan, M. A Vol. 43, pp 146–161. 2025. |
| 2024 |
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4.
Farmers’ knowledge of using flood forecast information in fish farming: A case of rural Bangladesh International Journal of Agricultural Research, Innovation and Technology (IJARIT) Author List: Shonia Sheheli, Mst Sharmin Akter, Md Anamul Haque, Mohammad Maruf Hasan Vol. 14, pp 9-19. 2024. |
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5.
An econometric analysis of factors affecting vegetable growers’ interest in good agricultural practices: a case of rural Bangladesh Environment, Development and Sustainability Author List: Uddin, M. N., Akter, S., Roy, D., Dev, D. S., Mithun, M. N. A. S., Rahman, S., Mahmud, M. S., Donaldson, J. L. Vol. , pp . 2024. |
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6.
Assessing rural women’s satisfaction with public services in Bangladesh: Case study of provision of public services by civil society Organisation International Journal of Agricultural Science, Research and Technology in Extension and Education Systems Author List: Uddin, M. N., Akter, S., Mahzabin, I. A., Muchemi, J. G., Akter, M. S., Rahman, S., Wahaj, Z., Khan, S. Vol. 14, pp 109-120. 2024. |
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7.
Assessing livelihood outcomes for fishing communities engaged in cooperative society: A case study in Bangladesh International Journal of Agriculture Extension and Social Development Author List: Uddin, M. N., Masud, M. Akter, M. S., Rahman, M. Z., Muchemi, J. G., Hasan, M. M. Vol. 7, pp 737-746. 2024. |
| 2023 |
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8.
Knowledge of Fish Farmers on Using Artificial Feed for Catfish Culture International Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Studies Author List: Sheheli S, Akter S, Hasan, M. M., Hoque, M. J., Hasan, K. Vol. 11, pp 120-129. 2023. |
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9.
Livelihood Changes of Char (Dry Land) Women Due to Involvement in Activities of the Char Livelihood Program Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology Author List: Uddin, M. N., Zannat, F., Hasan, M. M., Akter, M. S., Md. Rahman, M. Z. Vol. 41, pp 121-137. 2023. |
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10.
Changes in Livelihoods of Rural Women Working in the Fish Processing Industry Journal of Bangladesh Agricultural University Author List: Akter, S., Rahman, M.Z., Rahman, S., Akter, S., Uddin, M.N. Vol. 21, pp 96–108. 2023. |
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11.
Rural women access to nutritional services: A Case Study concerning Rural Women in Bangladesh International Journal of Agricultural Science, Research and Technology in Extension and Education Systems Author List: Uddin, M. N., Liza, N. Z., Sarker, M. A., Muchemi, J. G., Akter, M. S., Wahaj, Z., Rahman, S. Vol. 13, pp 255-267. 2023. |
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12.
Opportunities of Young Fish Farmers in Indigenous Fish Farming: A village level study Research in Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries Author List: Mahzabin, I. A., Nahar, S., Akter, M. S. Vol. , pp 293-300. 2023. |
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13.
Knowledge of Farmers on Integrated Soil Fertility Management in Selected Areas of Mymensingh Sadar Upazila, Mymensingh District, Bangladesh Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology Author List: Akter, S., Rahman, S., Sojib, M. R., Sheheli, S. Vol. 41, pp 211-227. 2023. |
| 2022 |
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14.
Determinants of training needs of the tilapia (oreochromis sp.) Fish farmers: an empirical study from a selected area in Bangladesh International Journal of Agricultural Extension Author List: Uddin, M. N., Ahsan, K., Farouque, M. G., Akter, S., Rahman, S. Vol. 10, pp 387-398. 2022. |
| 2011 |
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15.
Drought Shocks of Farm Households: Evidence from Rajshahi District Bangladesh Journal of Extension Education Author List: Akter, S., Parveen, S., Islam, M. A. Vol. 23, pp 37-44. 2011. |
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Total Number: 8
| SL | Role | Project No | Title | Funded By | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vulnerability of farm households due to drought | ||||
| 2 | Vulnerability of farm households due to drought | ||||
| 3 | Management of Biodiversity using 'Satoyama' model in the Teknaf Peninsula | ||||
| 4 | Management of Biodiversity using 'Satoyama' model in the Teknaf Peninsula | ||||
| 5 | Political Ecology of the Poverty and Deforestation in the Teknaf Peninsula | ||||
| 6 | Political Ecology of the Poverty and Deforestation in the Teknaf Peninsula | ||||
| 7 | Forecast information and Flood and Climate risk management for agricultural production | ||||
| 8 | Forecast information and Flood and Climate risk management for agricultural production |
Total Number: 25
| SL | Title | Duration | Organizing Institute | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Information Literacy PhD including EndNote Introduction | August 26-27, 2014 | WUR library, Wageningen University | Introduction to information literacy and citation management using EndNote. |
| 2 | Qualitative Data Analysis with Atlas.ti - a hands-on practical | June 03-19, 2014 | Wageningen School of Social Sciences (WASS), Wageningen University | Practical course on qualitative data analysis using Atlas.ti software. |
| 3 | Techniques for Writing and Presenting a Scientific Paper | July 01-04, 2014 | Wageningen Graduate School, Wageningen University | Training on writing and presenting scientific papers effectively. |
| 4 | Competences for Integrated Agricultural Research (C-IAR) for Integrated Management of Crop-fish-water Resources to Enhance Agricultural Production System towards Sustainable Food Security in Bangladesh | May 04-08, 2014 | Centre for Development Innovation, Wageningen University and Research Centre (WUR) | Competence-based course for integrated agricultural research focused on sustainable food security. |
| 5 | Data Management Planning | May 27, 2014 | WUR library, Wageningen University | Introduction to data management planning for research projects. |
| 6 | Communication and Personal Development | March-May, 2014 | WUR, The Netherlands | Academic Consultancy Training |
| 7 | Design and Implementation of Interdisciplinary Team Research | September 15-26, 2013 | International Centre for development oriented Research in Agriculture (ICRA) | Professional Capacity Building Programme |
| 8 | Teaching Methods and Techniques | September 1-10, 2013 | Modernization of Crop Science Education for Production of Quality Graduates at BAU | Training of Teachers |
| 9 | Curriculum Development and Teaching Methodology | March 19-21, 2013 | Graduate Training Institute, Bangladesh Agricultural University | Training Course |
| 10 | Teaching Methods and Techniques | March 05-14, 2013 | Graduate Training Institute, Bangladesh Agricultural University | Training Course |
| 11 | Data Analysis: Mstac and SPSS | June 26 to July 07, 2011 | Graduate Training Institute, Bangladesh Agricultural University | Training Course |
| 12 | Communicative English | April-May, 2011 | Department of Languages, Bangladesh Agricultural University | Advanced Course |
| 13 | Basics of MS Office | April to May 06, 2010 | Graduate Training Institute, Bangladesh Agricultural University | Training Course |
| 14 | Scientific Writing Course | March-May, 2017 | Wageningen Graduate School, Wageningen University | Completed the course on scientific writing. |
| 15 | PhD Workshop Carousel | April 07, 2017 | Wageningen Graduate School, Wageningen University | Session 01: Brain efficiency; Session 02: Supervising MS students; Session 03: Online personal branding; Session 04: Essentials in Time Management |
| 16 | Essentials of Scientific Writing and Presenting | December, 2016 | Wageningen Graduate Schools, WUR | Completed the course on essentials of scientific writing and presenting. |
| 17 | Training on Qualitative Research Methodology in Disaster Management | April, 2016 | Disaster Research Training and Management Centre, Dhaka University | Training on qualitative research methodology in disaster management and application of Nvivo. |
| 18 | ArcGIS 1: Fundamentals on GIS | March-April, 2016 | Dept. of Geography & Environment, Dhaka University | Training on ArcGIS fundamentals and GIS techniques. |
| 19 | Gender, Agriculture and Rural Development | February 02-04, 2016 | Centre for Development Innovation (CDI), Interdisciplinary Centre for Food Security (ICF), Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU) | Training on gender, agriculture, and rural development. |
| 20 | Qualitative Data Analysis: Procedures and Strategies | October-December, 2014 | Wageningen University, The Netherlands | Completed the course on qualitative data analysis procedures and strategies. |
| 21 | Research Methodology: From Topic to Proposal | October-December, 2014 | Wageningen School of Social Sciences (WASS), Wageningen University | Completed the course on research methodology from topic to proposal. |
| 22 | Thematic Session on Food Security in Bangladesh and Interdisciplinary Approaches | October-November, 2014 | Wageningen University, The Netherlands | Participated in thematic sessions on food security in Bangladesh, covering topics like food practices, value chains, ecosystems, livelihoods, and policy. |
| 23 | WASS Introduction Course | October 15-17, 2014 | Wageningen School of Social Sciences (WASS), Wageningen University | Introduction to social sciences and research methods in Wageningen University. |
| 24 | Introduction to Technology, Agro-ecology and Development | September-October, 2014 | Communication, Philosophy and Technology (CPT), Wageningen University | Exploration of agro-ecology and development technology. |
| 25 | Competence Assessment | September, 2014 | Mass assessment and Development unit, WUR | Competency assessment related to research and development. |
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Total Number: 11
| SL | Name | Title | Organizer | Duration | Location |
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| 1 | Akter, M. S., Uddin, M. N., Sarker, S., Hasan, M. M., Rahman, S., Donaldson, J. L., and Chowdhury, A. H. | Farmers’ Knowledge of Using Forecast Information in Crop Production: A Case of Rural Bangladesh | Association for International Agricultural and Extension Education (AIAEE) | April 22-25, 2024 | The University of Florida, Orlando, Florida |
| 2 | Uddin, M. N., Hasan, M. M., M. Sarker, A., Akter, M. S., Hasan, M., Rahman, S., Kabir, K., Uddin, M. S., Ishtiaque, A., Chowdhury, A. | Effectiveness of Climate-Smart Agriculture Technologies for Drought Mitigation In Bangladesh: A Farmer Perspective | Association for International Agricultural and Extension Education (AIAEE) | April 22-25, 2024 | The University of Florida, Orlando, Florida |
| 3 | Akter, M. S., Maat, H., and Leeuwis, C. | Farmers’ strategies for dealing with flood risks in Bangladesh | Tropentag 2022 | September 14-16, 2022 | Czech University of Life Sciences, Prague |
| 4 | Akter, M. S., Maat, H., and Leeuwis, C. | Dissemination and Communication of Scientific Forecast Information and Advisory Services to Farming Communities on Jamalpur District, Bangladesh | TROPENTAG Conference, University of Bonn | September 20-22, 2017 | University of Bonn, Bonn, Germany |
| 5 | Rahman, M. Z., Tani, M., Akter, M. S., and Joujima, K. | Correlates of Livelihoods Status of Rohingya Fisheries: An Empirical Study from Teknaf Peninsula of Bangladesh | International Conference on Fisheries and Marine Science | August 23-24, 2012 | Negombo, Sri Lanka |
| 6 | Livestock marketing, consultative session | LDDP, FAO | — | — | |
| 7 | Research Ethics | Wageningen Graduate School, Wageningen University | December 05, 2017 | Wageningen University, The Netherlands | |
| 8 | Scientific Publishing | Wageningen Graduate School, Wageningen University | April 13, 2017 | Wageningen University, The Netherlands | |
| 9 | Reviewing a Scientific Paper | Wageningen Graduate School, Wageningen University | March 23, 2017 | Wageningen University, The Netherlands | |
| 10 | Publish for Impact | Wageningen University | February 07, 2017 | Wageningen University, The Netherlands | |
| 11 | Organic Farming in Bangladesh: Potentials and Challenges | Bangladesh Agricultural University | November 03, 2012 | Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh |
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