ISLAMABAD: The federal government on Wednesday announced a special subsidy programme for farmers to mitigate the adverse impact of the global energy crisis.

According to an official announcement, farmers owning less than 12 acres of land will be eligible for the subsidy.

Eligible farmers can register for three easy subsidy packages through the Pakistan Asaan Khidmat application.

Farmers can enrol in the programme by uploading their personal and other relevant information, along with documentary evidence, on the application.

Meanwhile, a senior official told Dawn that the government would provide a subsidy of Rs1,500 per acre to farmers owning less than 12 acres of land.

The amount, he said, will be transferred directly into farmers’ bank accounts or through mobile wallets such as JazzCash and Easypaisa.

On April 3, the federal government announced targeted relief measures for motorcyclists, small farmers and transporters.

Punjab reported that more than one million farmers now hold Kissan Cards, and that total wheat sowing has exceeded 16 million acres. It has also been stated that farmers and goods transporters have been provided digital access through Kissan Cards, digital accounts, or cash vouchers.

Earlier this week, Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah announced a Rs3 billion relief package for 366,000 small farmers to help offset rising diesel costs during the wheat harvesting season.

“Our small growers are the backbone of the rural economy. We are committed to supporting them so they can continue their work without additional financial stress,” he said.

He added, “Whether it is transporters, farmers, or daily commuters, our focus is to ensure that relief reaches those who need it most, without compromising fiscal discipline.”