ISLAMABAD: The government, with assistance from the Special Investment Facilitation Council, is working to leverage Australia’s expertise in agriculture and livestock to enhance food and milk production across Pakistan.
To support these efforts, the government has allocated a substantial sum of 400 billion rupees to improve agricultural output. These funds will be directed towards key initiatives, including the distribution of Kisan Cards, provision of green tractors, and implementation of solar energy projects in the agricultural sector.New Trade and SPS Harmonization Efforts Set to Elevate Pakistan’s Agricultural Trade, Chairman PARC.
Moreover, the government is investing 20 billion rupees into the livestock sector. This investment will focus on launching livestock farmer cards and developing strategies to address and prevent livestock diseases. A target has also been set to breed 400,000 calves to ensure the export of disease-free meat, with a particular focus on mitigating the impact of cattle diseases.
These initiatives aim to bolster Pakistan’s agricultural infrastructure, enhance food security, and contribute to the country’s overall economic stability.