PM Shehbaz says wheat price to be announced after provincial consultations
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Tuesday that the government will announce the wheat price after consultations with the provinces, stressing that the decision must ensure fair returns for farmers while keeping wheat affordable for consumers. Chairing the first meeting of the National Agriculture and Food Security Council (NAFSC) in Islamabad on Tuesday, the prime minister said determining…
On Tuesday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that the wheat price would be determined following provincial consultations, underlining the need to provide fair returns to farmers while maintaining affordable prices for consumers. In his address to the inaugural meeting of the National Agriculture and Food Security Council in Islamabad, the prime minister emphasized that establishing the wheat price before the sowing season was crucial for adequately compensating farmers for their hard work.
Pakistan's agricultural sector was highlighted as the backbone of the economy, with immense potential to stimulate growth in the near future. The government pledged to support provinces in their agricultural development efforts, offering farmers access to affordable fertilizers, quality seeds, cutting-edge machinery, and technical assistance for efficient water usage.
Furthermore, Shehbaz Sharif pointed out the significant growth prospects of the livestock sector and the government's initiatives to boost exports of Pakistani halal meat. The Prime Minister acknowledged the contributions of Punjab and Sindh governments in supporting farmers through various schemes and subsidies. During the meeting, provincial representatives from Punjab, Sindh, Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan shared their respective plans for agricultural development.
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