The committee’s TORs state that it will recommend measures to improve agricultural yields and review steps to ensure the availability of quality seeds, inputs, and farm machinery.
The federal government has formed a six-member committee to develop a comprehensive practical strategy to improve crop production and to ensure food security in the country.
Tariq Bashir Cheema, Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research (MNFS&R), has been appointed as the committee’s chairman/convener, with the governor of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), Secretary Finance, Secretary MNFS&R, Dr. Abdul Qayyum Sulehri, and Aamir Hayat Bhandara as members.
The committee’s TORs state that it will recommend measures to improve agricultural yields and review steps to ensure the availability of quality seeds, inputs, and farm machinery.
Higher yields can be obtained by using improved seed varieties that are more resistant to pests and diseases. To maintain soil health and fertility, proper crop rotation and soil management practises must be implemented.
Using precision agriculture techniques to optimise crop growth, such as precision planting, precision irrigation, and precision fertilisation.
The first meeting of this committee will be held on Thursday in the federal capital to discuss agricultural yield improvement measures and review steps for the availability of quality seeds, inputs, and farm machinery.
As the population continues to grow, it is essential to improve crop production to ensure that there is enough food to meet the needs of everyone. Higher crop yields can lead to increased profits for farmers, which can help improve their standard of living.
Increased crop yields can also help to protect the environment by reducing the use of chemicals, improving soil health, and conserving water. Farmers can improve their livelihoods and contribute to the economic development of their communities. Increased crop yields can help ensure that there is enough food to feed everyone, even in times of drought or other natural disasters.
The National Food Security and Research (NFS&R) Department in Pakistan is a government department responsible for ensuring food security within the country. The department is responsible for formulating policies and programs related to food production, distribution, and access.