ISLAMABAD – President Asif Ali Zardari has said that equal, safe, and affordable access to food is a fundamental right of every human being, stressing that ensuring food security is a collective responsibility, not just that of the government. In his message on World Food Day, observed globally on October 16, President Zardari said this year’s […]
Agriculture
Sindh leads the way in farmer-friendly policies
Agriculture is the backbone of Pakistan’s economy. The prosperity of our farmers directly determines the strength of this foundation. A nation that neglects its farmers risks undermining its own economic future. The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has always understood this truth more deeply than anyone else – and it is this understanding that has consistently […]
PM Shehbaz launches China agri-training for students
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised China for training Pakistani students in agriculture. He said Pakistan will fully benefit from China’s agricultural experience. The premier spoke at a ceremony about sending Pakistani students to China for training. He thanked Chinese leadership for their support and cooperation. Shehbaz Sharif shared how his visit to a top agricultural […]
Pakistan sees big Farm, Livestock growth
Pakistan’s Ministry of Planning has officially released the results of the 7th Agriculture Census, the first in 14 years. The census, conducted in 2024, shows major increases in cultivated land, livestock numbers, and agricultural households. This is also the country’s first digitally integrated agricultural census, using modern tools to ensure accuracy. Officials say the data […]
AI saves Rs. 5 billion for farmers, says IT minister
Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, visited the Land Information and Management System (LIMS) facility. She was accompanied by the Director General of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC). The visit aimed to review ongoing digital and AI-driven innovations in agriculture and land management. DG LIMS Maj Gen Muhammad Ayub Ahsan […]
Punjab, Bangladesh vow stronger trade and agriculture partnership
LAHORE – Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif held a productive meeting with Bangladesh High Commissioner Iqbal Hussain Khan on Friday to strengthen ties in trade, agriculture, and industry. Both sides agreed to boost cooperation in these key areas to benefit their economies and promote mutual growth. During the meeting, Maryam Nawaz emphasized that Pakistan […]
China vows to strengthen ties as Dar meets Wang and Xi
China has expressed strong interest in boosting cooperation with Pakistan. The focus will be on agriculture, industry, and mining. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi shared this commitment during a meeting with Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar in Tianjin on Wednesday. The two countries already share close ties. However, both sides now aim to deepen those […]
PM seeks agro-industry policy for promotion of agriculture, forestry
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday directed the authorities concerned to formulate a sustainable and long-term policy for agro-industrial development to promote agriculture and forestry, as well as help counter climate change. The prime minister, chairing a meeting on agricultural sector reforms, also instructed the formulation of a coordinated strategy to develop the agriculture sector […]
UBL, Shahzad Trade Link to promote mechanization of agriculture farms
UBL and Shahzad Trade Link (STL) have signed an agreement to promote the mechanization of agriculture farms in Pakistan. Both entities have agreed to ensure the availability of Belarus Tractors to the farmers through subsidized financing rate and quick delivery. The agreement focuses on joint sales promotion to encourage small and medium sized land holders […]
Agri minister visits family of Indian drone attack victim Mukhtiar Ahmed
Agriculture Minister Sardar Muhammad Baksh Mahar visited the residence of Shaheed Mukhtiar Ahmed in the village of Bago Daro, Ghotki, who was martyred in an Indian drone attack three days ago. He was accompanied by Ghotki Deputy Commissioner Dr. Muhammad Ali Zaidi. Agriculture Minister Sardar Muhammad Baksh Mahar and the DC Ghotki expressed deep sorrow […]