Joint efforts for food security urged

LAHORE:

The University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (UVAS) Lahore and Alltech Pakistan signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to jointly work on project related to climate change, food security and sustainability.

UVAS Vice-Chancellor Dr Nasim Ahmad (SI), Chairman Department of Animal Nutrition Associate Dr Naveedul Haq, Chief Executive Officer Alltech Pakistan Dr Shahzad Naveed Jadoon and Marketing Manager Obaidur Rehman signed the MoU in a ceremony at City Campus.

Dean Faculty of Animal Production & Technology Prof Dr Saima, Dean Faculty of Life Sciences Business Management Prof Dr Muhammad Azam, UVAS faculty members and officials from Alltech Pakistan were also present at the ceremony.

Dr Ahmad said cooperation with Alltech will benefit both organizations, particularly through sharing experiences, innovative knowledge, new ideas and practical skills.

He urged self-reliance and stated that the enhancement of milk and meat production is key to solve the ongoing financial crises in Pakistan. He acknowledged the role of Alltech Pakistan for providing technical and financial assistance to UVAS.

Under the MoU, both institutions will provide academic and administrative support where required.

Published in The Express Tribune, February 4^th, 2023.