Trends - Agriculture & Food Security

Fertiliser availability for Rabi reviewed

Urea consumption during Rabi 2026-27 estimated at around 3,596,000 tonnes based on provincial demand, up from 3,563,000 tonnes in the previous Rabi.

Published 21 Oct, 2026 07:04am

Confused govt policies and quick bucks are pushing farmers for two rice crops a year.

Published 19 Oct, 2026 06:50am

With no support price and procurement, risks for farmers have multiplied.

Published 19 Oct, 2026 06:50am

The company was recognised for its people-centred sustainability journey and contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals.

Published 06 Oct, 2026 05:44pm

Regenerative agriculture helps decrease reliance on chemical fertilisers, insecticides and pesticides in farming

Updated 07 Sep, 2026 07:49am

Pakistan’s local production of garlic meets only two-thirds of its domestic needs.

Updated 28 Nov, 2022 09:40am

The agriculture sector’s share was reduced as the government’s focus will be on the completion of on-going schemes.

Published 23 Jun, 2020 11:23pm

The historical baggage of corruption, political biases and underperformance failed to rekindle hope or generate much goodwill

Published 23 Jun, 2020 11:18pm