Several factors suggest that govt is over-optimistic in its estimates with possibly massive shortages ahead

Farmers use poor technology, face inefficient input and output markets, and rely on high-cost informal credit markets

Slower growth in wheat production has made Pakistan increasingly dependent on foreign supplies

In real rupee and dollar terms, the damage is about three times more than during the 2010 floods

There are also several new aspects that make a good assessment of the latest floods more important than in the past

Local and national NGOs have stepped up their work in the field as they did in 2010

Pakistan’s farm economy is dominated by the 7.4 million small holders who cultivate less than 12.5 acres

One way forward is through a movement of labour out of rural areas

Despite several odds, one Pakistani woman makes strides in the high fashion world of Italy

Instead of trying to come together, we strive to destroy each other