Aslam Memon

The plight of small farmers

The plight of small farmers

Poor water distribution leads to socioeconomic inequalities as smaller farmers struggle to produce high yields. Published 23 Dec, 2024 07:19am
Agriculture: A seed quality dilemma

Agriculture: A seed quality dilemma

The gap between certified seed demand and availability has consistently exceeded 50pc, lowering wheat yields, especially in Sindh. Updated 18 Nov, 2024 10:31am
The plight of female farmers

The plight of female farmers

Agricultural labour puts a huge strain on women, who are pushed to work longer hours without receiving equal compensation. Updated 14 Oct, 2024 08:43am
Agriculture: Date challenges in Sindh

Agriculture: Date challenges in Sindh

Post-harvest losses are about 20-30pc at different stages of operation, significantly reducing farmers’ marketable surplus. Published 16 Sep, 2024 07:06am
Wheat rust’s threat to food security

Wheat rust’s threat to food security

Genetic resistance consistently shows as cost-effective while fungicides are costly and can have environmental, public health issues. Updated 06 Mar, 2023 11:14am