Dhaka, Feb. 23 -- A Bangladeshi company has started producing probiotics domestically, the first of its kind here, paving the way for achieving self-sufficiency in the Tk 50-billion market, fully import-dependent.

Positive Biotech Ltd, a local venture, has set up its plant on the outskirts of Dhaka that has started producing probiotics from locally isolated microorganisms, ingredients and resources.

"Using our own biotech process and patented technology, we're currently producing three probiotic formulations for cattle, poultry and fish," said a high official of the company.

Most of the domestic feed producers and pharmaceuticals have been importing and selling probiotics for over a decade as a scientific alternative to antibiotics for...