In this new era, the farmer can use technology to gain control of the changing dynamics and leverage market insight …
How high-tech agriculture is transforming the fortunes of Nigerian rice farmers
By Olivia Cuthbert New planting and harvesting techniques have transformed the fortunes of rice farmers in Nigeria’s agricultural belt, turning family-run …
India’s agriculture and biotech agencies announce plan to promote crop biotech research
[India’s] Department of Biotechnology (DBT) has undertaken several activities and programs to promote biotechnology research and development [R&D] in the …
CPEC funded Multan-Sukkur motorway to be completed by August
Islamabad: The China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) funded Multan-Sukkur motorway is likely to be opened for traffic by August this …
PARC, Aga Khan Foundation to jointly improve living in Gilgit Balistan
Islamabad: Pakistan Agricultural Research Council (PARC) and Aga Khan Foundation of Pakistan has signed a MoU. Dr. Yusuf Zafar, T.I, …
Cargill to grow Pakistan business with $200m investment
Islamabad: Cargill renewed its long standing commitment to Pakistan by announcing plans to invest more than US$200 million in the …
Russia ready to invest $2b in energy projects
ISLAMABAD: A state-run Russian firm, Inter RAO Engineering, has offered to invest $2 billion in Pakistan’s water and power sector projects, …
Pakistan’s reliance on imported cotton on the rise
KARACHI: Owing to unavailability of high quality cotton in Pakistan, the country’s textile industry is becoming increasingly reliant on imported fibre. …
China expresses interest in importing Pakistani potatoes
KARACHI: China has expressed keen interest in importing Pakistani potatoes at a time when farmers are facing a crisis due …
It’s time to export more than a pinch of salt
Salt has been an essential part of cuisine all over the world since time immemorial. Apart from the daily diet, …
Farmers seek GST removal on agri machinery
LAHORE – Farmers’ bodies have demanded increase in agriculture research budget and withdrawal of GST on farm machinery. As the …