Agriculture

Livestock makes up 56% of the agriculture sector

Pakistan has not managed well its well-endowed sector of agriculture

Govt will provide 50 per cent subsidy on a set of tools

Muhammad Mahmood says agriculture sector is facing numerous problems including low productivity

Researchers asked to generate viable solutions to address problems of the agriculture sector

About Rs450 million was also being spent on improvement in irrigation system

The initiative would increase the production of edible oil, and aid in the reduction of the import bill

DCO tells officials to raise awareness about using modern implements to boost productivity

CM accuses agriculture experts of failing to deliver

The DCO said that farmers were the most important community of Pakistan

Farmers should be educated about new techniques with Chinese assistance

Pakistan missed the GDP growth target of 5.5% last year mainly due to poor performance of the agriculture sector

Officials were trained in areas such as crop, vegetable and fruit production

Growers were told a committee will be formed to address their issues

Agriculture department: Tackling fruit fly menace

Balloting: Govt to dole out free wheat seeds 

Almost all mills claim to directly or indirectly procure wheat from growers to evade 6.5% WHT

Mahmood advised AMRI engineers to associate manufacturers of agriculture machinery with the process

Kissan Conventions held in various districts to inform farmers of benefits available under the package

Demand dismissal of project director, initiation of investigation

Agriculture varsity holds job fair

Environmental activists suggest residents and local administration should come together to make community orchards

Hints at improvement in financial sector in next phase

Contempt of court: PHC summons Agriculture Research Centre DG

Land is also being occupied in Swat and Hazara, affecting natural scenery

Over 200 million trees planted in three months

Shahbaz reviews implementation of Rs100 billion Kissan Package

oans would be provided to the farmers through e-cards that would enable them to draw the amount through ATMs

Says it is the key to alleviating poverty in Pakistan

Governments exaggerate their achievements and promises – it’s their job, and the PML-N government, is no different

Province trying to improve industrial infrastructure through public-private partnership.

Dismal performance reveals gaping holes in govt policy

Netherlands Head of Trade Mission René van Hell said that it has a lot to offer to Pakistan

Ambassador Ivanissevich says he has travelled across Pakistan and really liked the country

the production process in K-P is “supply-driven instead of demand-oriented

Abbasi says 'This is a brilliant saving. It would mean additional income of $1,150 for me annually'

Calls it good opportunity to tap various sectors of economy

The conference was spread over three technical sessions

AARI DG calls for disease-resistant crop

The All Sindh Irrigation Trade Union Federation began the strike last week

Committee constituted to finalise steps to be taken for farmers’ welfare

Pakistan’s GDP growth will decline sharply If not remedied immediately

US officials urge agriculture executives and security officers to increase vigilance, report any suspicious activity

Naeem was chosen by USAID’s programme on Controlled Greenhouse Farming in Holland for off-season vegetables

Trying to boost agricultural development in Punjab is particularly significant given that it is most populous province

My government recognises and farmers’ services to the development of the country

SCA meeting highlights plight of farmers in Sindh

A beginning is in sight to address the neglect of agriculture in Punjab

Says science can help farmers increase yield

Shah Mehmood lambasts govt over agriculture policy