Ishaq Dar Reviews Sugar Stock, Directs Fair Price for Farmers
Deputy PM Ishaq Dar expressed satisfaction over sugar stock and falling prices, directing officials to ensure fair sugarcane rates for farmers. Key ministers attended the meeting.
Category : Agriculture Business
NARC Opens Speed Breeding Units for Wheat and Pulses
Pakistan's NARC has launched innovative speed breeding units for wheat and pulses, aiming to slash crop development time and enhance national food security. Learn how this tech will transform agriculture.
Punjab CM Approves Major Shrimp Farming Initiative
Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz greenlights a massive aquaculture push, developing shrimp estates on 5,600 acres in Sargodha & Alipur to boost exports and create jobs. Read the latest progress.
SAU Tandojam's Breakthrough in Saline Land Farming
Sindh Agriculture University pioneers berry cultivation on 15 acres of salt-affected land, alongside trials of modern mustard and wheat varieties. A major step for Pakistan's agricultural resilience.
ABAD Now Part of Punjab Agriculture Dept Structure
Secretary Agriculture Punjab Iftikhar Ali Sahoo chairs review meeting, directs enhanced performance of ABAD for farmer uplift. Rs7 billion Agriculture Transformation Plan underway in Potohar.
Maryam Nawaz Unveils Historic Farmer Support Initiatives
CM Maryam Nawaz announces an agricultural revolution in Punjab, with 800,000 Kissan Cards and Rs. 250 billion in interest-free loans disbursed to empower farmers and eliminate middlemen.
Climate Change Impacts Pakistan's Olive Farming
Rising temperatures and shifting weather patterns are threatening Pakistan's promising olive cultivation. Learn how farmers are adapting and what the future holds for this vital crop.
Rawalpindi Ginger Festival Promotes Local Farming
A ginger festival in Rawalpindi's Dawari village, part of CM Punjab's Agriculture Transformation Plan, aims to promote cultivation in Potohar. Farmers get subsidies for 100 acres over three years.
Governor Kundi Awards 150 KP Farmers, Gifts Umrah Tickets
Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi launched the historic 'Governor Kisan Award,' honoring 150 farmers. He stressed agricultural revival for economic growth. Read more.
Govt to Use PPP Model for Wheat Procurement
Pakistan's Ministry of National Food Security plans a PPP model for wheat procurement to ease fiscal pressure and maintain strategic reserves. Private firms will bear the commodity cost.
Govt Launches Zarkheze Digital Agri-Finance Platform
The Finance Division, SBP, and PBA launch Zarkheze, a digital platform offering farmers loans up to Rs1 million and advisory services to boost productivity and financial inclusion.
Punjab Agri Dept's Winter Orchard Advisory
The Punjab Agriculture Department has issued a vital advisory for orchard owners to protect citrus and other fruit trees from frost and diseases this winter. Learn the key steps for irrigation, fertilization, and pest control to ensure a healthy harvest.
Poultry Association's Cartel Fine Halved to Rs25 Million
Competition Appellate Tribunal reduces Pakistan Poultry Association's penalty in a decade-old cartel case. The tribunal upheld the CCP's order but slashed the fine citing a Supreme Court precedent. Read the full verdict details.
Horticulture Sector Targets $2 Billion in Exports
Pakistan's horticulture industry sets an ambitious $2 billion export target. Learn how mangoes, citrus, and kinnow will drive growth and what challenges must be overcome.
KP Secretary Visits UNIDO-Supported Meat Center
KP Livestock Secretary Muhammad Tahir Orakzai inspected Peshawar's new Meat Processing & Training Center. The facility, backed by UNIDO, aims to provide high-quality, safe meat and train professionals, enhancing public health standards.
South Korea Confirms 6th African Swine Fever Case
South Korea confirms its 6th African swine fever case, prompting nationwide alerts and quarantine measures. Learn about the outbreak's impact and prevention strategies.
SECP Approves PMEX Acquisition for Agri Market Growth
SECP greenlights PMEX's majority stake acquisition in NCMCL, accelerating Pakistan's Electronic Warehouse Receipt ecosystem and strengthening agricultural infrastructure for farmers.
Pakistan's Vegetable Farming: Challenges & Opportunities
Discover how Pakistan's vegetable sector boosts economy through exports while facing production challenges. Learn about solutions for agricultural growth.
Punjab Modernizes Livestock Diagnostics Across 41 Districts
Punjab government launches major upgrade of veterinary facilities with 133 ultrasound machines and 10 portable X-ray systems to combat animal diseases and boost meat exports to Middle East.
Europe Locks Down Poultry Amid Bird Flu Crisis
European nations implement emergency measures as avian influenza spreads rapidly across the continent, impacting poultry farms and raising food security concerns.
Modern Cattle Colony Inaugurated in Rohri by Sindh Minister
Sindh Local Government Minister Nasir Shah inaugurates state-of-the-art cattle colony in Rohri featuring modern facilities, veterinary care, and economic opportunities for farmers.
ADB's $500M Plan to Protect Pakistan's Water Future
Asian Development Bank unveils ambitious $500M initiative to protect Pakistan's melting glaciers and transform agricultural practices against climate change threats.
Pakistan Launches Genetic Drive to Boost Milk Production
Punjab's Livestock Department initiates groundbreaking genetic improvement program using advanced technology to boost milk yields and support dairy farmers across the province.
Pakistan Dairy Sector Unites for Food Security Revolution
Pakistan Dairy Association leads groundbreaking national seminar featuring government officials, industry leaders, and international experts to transform dairy sector and ensure nutritional security.
Pakistan gets $250M for climate-resilient water & agriculture
Green Climate Fund approves landmark funding to transform Pakistan's water and farming sectors, enhancing climate resilience for vulnerable communities.
Pakistan-China Agricultural Partnership: Haroon Akhtar Meets Liugong CEO
Senior Pakistani official Haroon Akhtar held pivotal talks with Liugong Agricultural Machinery CEO to boost farming mechanization and technology transfer in Pakistan.
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