Agriculture

Farmers were urged to follow a strategy prescribed by scientists to avert potential losses

Damage to crops causes loss in exports, fear of food shortage

Govt has imported 622,000 tonnes so far at Rs4,000 per 40kgs

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

Cotton, dates, rice amongst destroyed crops

MNFSR official says low intensity food crisis could be seen this year, can be managed through imports

An ominous trend of using agriculture land for non-cultivation purpose puts future food productivity at risk

Inflow of dollars has increased by around $800m, says Miftah

VC says scientists have developed cotton seeds to overcome climate, soil issues

Growers seek tax relief, soft loans; demand restoring natural waterways to prevent floods