Efficient water use key to boosting yield

Minister urges adoption of new techniques in agriculture

PESHAWAR:

Muhammad Sajjad, the Provincial Minister for Agriculture in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, has underscored the pivotal role of in-farm water management in propelling the province’s agricultural sector towards development.

Emphasizing the nexus between water management and addressing food insecurity, he stressed the urgency for improved planning to mitigate future water scarcity exacerbated by global climate change concerns.

Highlighting the gratifying efforts within the agricultural sector to enhance water supply for agricultural advancement, Sajjad advocated for the adoption of modern irrigation techniques to curb water wastage and ensure its preservation.

His remarks were made during a visit to the Directorate General of Farm Water Management in Peshawar, where he received a comprehensive briefing on in-farm water management.

During the briefing, Director General Javed Iqbal provided insights into the department’s activities, achievements, and outlined future strategies. Accompanied by Additional Director General Naseer Rehman and other officials, the minister was apprised of ongoing development projects, with a particular focus on project quality and progress.

Expressing his expectations for timely completion and uncompromising quality in project execution, Sajjad urged authorities to adhere to deadlines diligently.

He stressed the need for a robust strategy to curb water wastage and bolster agricultural production effectively. The minister was briefed in detail about future planning initiatives aimed at achieving these objectives.

He said that a better strategy should be prepared to prevent wastage of water and increase agricultural production in an effective manner. The provincial minister was also informed about the future planning in detail on the occasion.

Sajjad’s visit and subsequent directives underscore the government’s commitment to enhancing agricultural sustainability through efficient water management practices.

Published in The Express Tribune, March 23^rd, 2024.