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Livestock is the faster-moving countryside​

A final finding receives too little attention: livestock has expanded much faster than crop acreage. Between the livestock censuses of 2006 and 2024, cattle numbers increased by 89 per cent, buffalo by 75 per cent, sheep by 68 per cent and goats by 78 per cent.

Taken together, these four major species rose by about 78 per cent. The number of in-milk cows increased by 140 per cent and in-milk buffalo by 111 per cent.

By comparison, between 2010 and 2024 cultivated area grew by 24 per cent, cropped area by 22 per cent and orchard area by 42 per cent. The periods and units are different, so this is not a direct productivity comparison.

It nevertheless suggests that the livestock economy is becoming an increasingly important source of rural resilience, household assets, nutrition and cash income.

Policy still treats livestock as an appendix to crops. Veterinary services, feed markets, breeding, disease surveillance, milk collection and cold chains should move much closer to the centre of agricultural planning.

 

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Early cotton arrivals hit record 527,900 bales​

Amjad Mahmood
July 19, 2026

LAHORE: Pakistan’s cotton arrivals increased by a record 77.3 per cent by July 15 compared to the same period last year, marking the strongest early-season recovery in years.

However, experts warned that adverse weather, rising input costs, and the deepening crisis in the textile industry could still threaten the final crop output.

According to the first production report for cotton season 2026-27 released by the Pakistan Cotton Ginners Association (PCGA) on Saturday, total seed cotton arrivals at ginning factories reached 527,900 bales by July 15, up by 230,149 bales from 297,751 bales recorded during the corresponding period last year.

Cotton Ginners Forum Chairman Ihsanul Haq said Punjab contributed 201,497 bales, an increase of 38.9pc over last year, while Sindh recorded a remarkable 326,403 bales, registering a 113.8pc rise. Balochistan also posted a 90pc increase, with arrivals rising from 5,100 to 9,700 bales.

Sindh output doubles, Punjab’s jumps 38.9pc

 

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PM welcomes Chinese investment to modernise Pakistan’s grain storage infrastructure​

FAMSUN will establish a green silo demonstration centre, upgrade existing storage facilities and provide technology transfer and workforce training under an agreement with Green Pakistan Initiative

July 24, 2026
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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday welcomed Chinese agribusiness company FAMSUN’s plan to modernise Pakistan’s grain storage infrastructure through new green silo facilities, technology transfer and workforce training.

The prime minister discussed the initiative during a meeting at the Prime Minister’s Office with a delegation led by FAMSUN Chief Executive Officer Jack Chen.

Officials briefed the meeting that FAMSUN intends to establish a demonstration centre for green silos in Pakistan and upgrade existing grain storage centres into modern facilities.

A memorandum of understanding has already been signed between FAMSUN and the Green Pakistan Initiative.

Shehbaz said the project would support the introduction of modern agricultural technology and promote commercial activity in the sector.

He directed that skills development and training for Pakistani workers be included in the proposed projects to strengthen local capacity.

The prime minister said stronger business-to-business cooperation would further deepen Pakistan-China relations, which he described as continuing to expand through economic collaboration.


Jack Chen thanked the prime minister and the Government of Pakistan for their hospitality.

He recalled meeting Shehbaz during the prime minister’s recent visit to China, which led to FAMSUN’s visit to Pakistan to explore practical cooperation in food security.

Federal Minister for National Food Security Rana Tanveer Hussain, Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan, Minister of State for Finance and Railways Bilal Azhar Kayani, Special Assistant Haroon Akhtar and senior government officials attended the meeting.

 

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Pakistan, China sign LoI to establish agricultural technology display park​

Tahir Ali | Gwadar Pro
Jul 24, 2026

PARC Chairman Dr. Syed Murtaza Hassan Andrabi and FAMSUN Group Chief Executive Officer Jack Chen sign the LoI. [Photo/NFS&R Ministry]

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan and China’s FAMSUN Group have signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) with the Pakistan Agricultural Research Council (PARC) to explore the establishment of a FAMSUN Technology Display Park, a move aimed at accelerating agricultural modernization, technology transfer and research collaboration, the Ministry of National Food Security and Research said on Thursday.

The LoI was signed by PARC Chairman Dr. Syed Murtaza Hassan Andrabi and FAMSUN Group Chief Executive Officer Jack Chen.

According to the ministry, the proposed technology display park will serve as a platform for showcasing advanced agricultural technologies while promoting joint research, professional training, innovation and capacity building. The initiative is also expected to strengthen cooperation among government institutions, universities, the private sector and investors.

Under the LoI, both sides will jointly assess the feasibility of establishing the FAMSUN Technology Display Park at PARC. The proposed facility is envisioned as a hub for agricultural technology demonstrations, collaborative research, professional training and stronger cooperation among academia, industry, government agencies and investors.

The ministry said the partnership is expected to facilitate knowledge exchange and support the introduction of internationally recognized agricultural solutions in Pakistan.

 

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Green Pakistan Initiative Expands Cultivable Land and Supports Farmers in Balochistan​

By Web Desk TGP / August 11, 2026

QUETTA: Significant progress has been made in agricultural development and improving the livelihoods of local farmers in Balochistan under the Green Pakistan Initiative (GPI), with thousands of acres of previously uncultivated land brought under cultivation.

Under Phase-I of the initiative, 3,800 acres of land in Dukki, Qila Saifullah and Sibi were made cultivable through the installation of 144 solar-powered tube wells, helping improve access to irrigation while promoting renewable energy in agriculture.


The initiative was further expanded under Phase-II, with another 8,481 acres of land brought under cultivation across Kohlu, Barkhan, Chaman, Nushki, Dera Bugti, Zhob, Mastung, Quetta and Qila Saifullah.

According to the available details, the two phases have so far benefited 288 farmers, providing them with opportunities to increase agricultural production and improve household incomes.

Wheat, cotton and orchards cultivated on the newly developed land are contributing to increased agricultural output while also generating employment opportunities for local communities. The expansion of cultivated land is expected to strengthen rural livelihoods and support greater economic self-reliance in the province.

The use of solar-powered tube wells is also an important component of the initiative, offering a more sustainable source of energy for irrigation and reducing farmers’ dependence on conventional power sources.

The agricultural development efforts under the Green Pakistan Initiative highlight the potential of combining land development, renewable energy and modern irrigation infrastructure to support farmers in water-stressed and economically underdeveloped areas.

The initiative is expected to continue contributing to agricultural growth, employment generation and improved livelihoods across Balochistan while supporting broader efforts to promote sustainable and climate-resilient agriculture.