Plan launched to boost cultivation
The Punjab Agriculture Department announced a significant initiative aimed at enhancing per acre sugarcane production through mixed and chip bud technology. The Agriculture Department spokesperson highlighted that the program has been backed by an investment of Rs2.73 billion.
This initiative specifically targets the regions of Sargodha, Bhakkar, Faisalabad, Toba Tek Singh, Mandi Bahauddin, Muzaffargarh, Kasur, Rajanpur, Layyah, Bahawalpur, Rahimyar Khan, Jhang, and Chiniot. Under the program, farmers will be able to apply for a government subsidy of Rs5,000 per acre. This is limited to a maximum of 5 acres per farmer during the project duration.
To be eligible, applicants must be registered with the Department of Agriculture. Interested individuals can contact the Assistant Director of Agriculture (Extension) for their applications, which can be submitted at tehsil-level offices of the Assistant Director of Agriculture (Extension). Rigorous scrutiny will be conducted, followed by a ballot draw to select successful applicants.
Upon successfully cultivating sugarcane, the farming process will be closely monitored according to departmental recommendations.
The deadline for application submission, along with adherence to all terms and conditions, is September 4th.
Published in The Express Tribune, August 28th, 2023.