Non-profit · Tangail, Bangladesh · Since 1992

Growing rural livelihoods, cultivating dignity.

Rural Agricultural Social Development (RASDE) empowers smallholder farmers, women, and marginalized families across the Tangail region with training, affordable credit, and sustainable farming support.

30,000+Rural beneficiaries reached
80–120Villages served
15+Development initiatives
1992Year established
Who We Are

A grassroots organization rooted in rural Tangail.

Founded in 1992, RASDE works at the intersection of agriculture and rural development — helping farming families grow more, earn more, and live with dignity.

  • Farmer training on modern, organic, and climate-smart methods
  • Collateral-free agricultural microfinance for seasonal crop needs
  • Livelihood programs for rural women and youth
  • Seed, fertilizer, livestock, and aquaculture support
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Farmer field training in Tangail
What We Do

Programs that move rural families forward

Seven core programs covering the full journey — from seed to harvest, credit to market, and skills to self-reliance.

Farmer training in the field

Farmer Training

Practical training on crop selection, modern tools, and organic cultivation for marginal farmers.

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Homestead vegetable production

Homestead Vegetable Production

Helping rural women turn household backyards into sources of nutrition and income.

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Seed and fertilizer distribution

Seed & Fertilizer Distribution

High-yielding seeds and balanced fertilizer supplied to vulnerable farming households.

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Community microfinance group

Agricultural Microfinance

Collateral-free, low-interest loans tailored for seasonal crop production and harvesting.

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Livestock rearing support

Livestock Rearing Support

Credit and technical aid for small-scale dairy, poultry, and goat farming to diversify incomes.

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Women's livelihood and handicrafts training

Women's Livelihood Development

Community clusters with entrepreneurship, sewing, and handicrafts training for rural women.

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Aquaculture and fish farming

Aquaculture Extension

Modern pond-management techniques and quality fingerlings for small-scale fish farmers.

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RASDE community beneficiaries
Our Impact

Three decades of service to rural communities.

Since 1992, RASDE has grown from a small local initiative into a trusted development organization serving tens of thousands of people across Tangail Sadar and neighbouring upazilas.

  • 25,000–30,000 individuals reached — prioritizing smallholder farmers and destitute women
  • 80–120 villages actively covered in Tangail Sadar and surrounding sub-districts
  • 15+ distinct projects implemented across agriculture, livelihoods, and social development
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Partner with us to grow rural prosperity.

Whether you are a donor, development partner, or community member — your support helps farming families build a food-secure, dignified future.

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