ISLAMABAD, Apr 25 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Thursday held a meeting with a delegation led by Chief Executive Officer of APM Terminals and Board Member AP Miller Mearsk Keith Svendsen and discussed matters related to business and investment. During the meeting, Keith Svendsen expressed interest in the first green transhipment terminal of Pakistan in Karachi.… Continue reading PM seeks cooperation between Pakistan, Denmark in agriculture, energy sector
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PM invites Australian companies to share expertise with Pakistani entrepreneurs
PM invites Australian companies to share expertise with Pakistani entrepreneurs
Finance Minister Mr. Muhammad Aurangzeb in a meeting with US Pakistan Business Council (USPBC) delegation, highlights Govt’s commitment to improve business climate & attracting foreign & domestic investments in key sectors including Agriculture, IT, Mining, & Energy.
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Advisory for cotton cultivation
FAISALABAD, Apr 15 (APP): Agriculture experts have advised growers to start cultivation of cotton immediately and complete it up to mid of May for getting a bumper crop. A spokesman for the agriculture department said here on Monday that time from mid April to mid of May 10 was the most suitable for cotton cultivation, therefore,… Continue reading Advisory for cotton cultivation
High level Saudi delegation led by FM to visit Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, Apr 14 (APP): A high-level Saudi delegation, led by Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, will visit Pakistan from 15 to 16 April, 2024. The delegation consists of Saudi Minister of Water and Agriculture Eng Abdul Rahman Abdul Mohsen Al-Fadley, Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Ibrahim AlKhorayef, Deputy Minister of… Continue reading High level Saudi delegation led by FM to visit Pakistan
Seed mafia a formidable threat to agriculture: Malik
LAHORE, Mar 31 (APP):The seed mafia selling substandard wheat and cotton seeds has emerged as a formidable threat to the agricultural sector particularly in areas reliant on this staple crops. Pakistan Hitech Hybrid Seed Association (PHHSA) Chairman Shahzad Ali Malik stated this while talking to a farmers’ delegation led by Muhammad Hussain Dohla here Sunday. Malik… Continue reading Seed mafia a formidable threat to agriculture: Malik
From Soil to Harvest: Use of modern technology vital for agricultural renaissance
From Soil to Harvest: Use of modern technology vital for agricultural renaissance
Pakistan, China agree to advance collaboration, emphasize CPEC monitization
ISLAMABAD, Mar 19 (APP): Pakistan and China here on Tuesday agreed to advance their collaboration in various sectors, including industrial zones, agriculture, mineral and mining, as well as renewable energy. According to press statement issued by finance ministry, Ambassador of China, Jiang Zaidong called on Minister for Finance & Revenue Mr. Muhammad Aurangzeb to discuss… Continue reading Pakistan, China agree to advance collaboration, emphasize CPEC monitization
GM Syngenta stresses smart agriculture to deal with climate change, improve productivity of farmers
ISLAMABAD, Mar 11 (APP):The General Manager of Syngenta Pakistan Zeeshan Haseeb Baig Monday stressed for holistic and multi-dimensional approach to tackle food insecurity, increase agricultural productivity, and promote sustainable agriculture where Syngenta Pakistan was leading role for innovation seeds and crop-enhancement products. Talking to PTV news channel, he explained that smart farming has become a… Continue reading GM Syngenta stresses smart agriculture to deal with climate change, improve productivity of farmers
70th Annual General Alumni meeting at UAF
FAISALABAD, Mar 03 (APP):Vice Chancellor (VC) University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF) Prof Dr Iqrar Ahmad Khan said that the trained-manpower and tangible research work were prerequisite for agricultural development. Addressing the 70th Annual General Alumni meeting at UAF, he said that the agriculture sector was facing serious challenges due to low productivity, water scarcity, climate… Continue reading 70th Annual General Alumni meeting at UAF
Ex-Ambassador highlights growing ties between Brazil, Pakistan
Ex-Ambassador highlights growing ties between Brazil, Pakistan
Chairman, Shandong Xinxu Group meets with Ambassador Hashmi in Beijing
Chairman, Shandong Xinxu Group meets with Ambassador Hashmi in Beijing
Agriculture Promotion: IPM training being imparted to agri-officials
MULTAN, Feb 18 (APP):The agriculture department decided to provide integrated pest management (IPM) training to staffers of the ‘Extension and Pest Warning Departments’. According to official sources, “IPM is considered one of the best models for agriculture promotion as it not only enhances production but also reduces input expenses. The South Punjab Secretariat issued a… Continue reading Agriculture Promotion: IPM training being imparted to agri-officials
Early cotton cultivation to give bumper production: DD Agriculture
FAISALABAD, Feb 16 (APP):Deputy Director (DD) Agriculture (Extension) Chaudhry Khalid Mehmood said that the early cultivation of cotton crops would give bumper yield and play a pivotal role to stabilize the national economy. Addressing a farmers’ day function in Tandlianwala here on Friday, he said that cotton was a precious cash crop which not only… Continue reading Early cotton cultivation to give bumper production: DD Agriculture
Soybean promotion imperative to cut $1200m import bill
FAISALABAD, Feb 15 (APP):The agriculture experts said that promotion of soybean cultivation was imperative to curtail soybean import bill worth $1200 million. They were addressing the soybean conference arranged at the Center for Advanced Studies in Agriculture and Food Security, University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF) here on Thursday. Speaking on the occasion, UAF Vice Chancellor… Continue reading Soybean promotion imperative to cut $1200m import bill
Seminar on profitable cultivation of potato held
FAISALABAD, Feb 15 (APP):Modern agriculture techniques are imperative for profitable farming as well as getting maximum per acre produce. The balanced use of fertilizer played a key role in best per acre yield, especially phosphorus and potash fertilizer was vital for potato crops. These views were expressed by the agriculture experts while addressing an awareness… Continue reading Seminar on profitable cultivation of potato held
Advisory for growers
FAISALABAD, Feb 13 (APP): The agriculture experts advised growers to start cultivation of Tinda (Praecityrullus Fistulosus) vegetable immediately and complete it by March 30 for getting a maximum yield. A spokesman for agriculture (extension) department said here on Tuesday that Tinda plays a pivotal role in improving digestive system, detoxifying kidneys, strengthening respiratory system, augmenting… Continue reading Advisory for growers
Cucumber cultivation should start from mid-February: experts
FAISALABAD, Feb 11 (APP):Agriculture experts have advised farmers to start early cucumber (Kheera) cultivation from mid-February and complete it during March. According to a spokesman for the agriculture (extension) department, cucumber is used widely to resolve the problems of skin, stomach, diabetes, high blood pressure, etc. as it is a major source of vitamins, magnesium,… Continue reading Cucumber cultivation should start from mid-February: experts
Kyrgyzstan interested in boosting business ties with Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, Feb 07 (APP):Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan Mr Totuiaev Ulanbek on Friday said that his country is enjoying friendly relations with Pakistan and is interested in further boosting its business ties to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. He stressed that both countries should develop sustainable business relations as they have good potential to cooperate in many sectors… Continue reading Kyrgyzstan interested in boosting business ties with Pakistan
UAF extends date for admissions in B.Ed programme
FAISALABAD, Feb 07 (APP):The University of Agriculture, Faisalabad has extended the date for admission in B.Ed programme. Now, the admission forms will be received by February 17. According to Principal Community College Prof Dr Anjum Zia, the forms are available at community college PARS office or old zoology department main campus. The forms can be downloaded… Continue reading UAF extends date for admissions in B.Ed programme
