The University of Agriculture Faisalabad, a more than a century-old learner-centred institution, is on the verge of completing the development of novel wheat, sugarcane, and soybean varieties, promising a threefold increase in crop yield.
During Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi’s visit to UAF, the vice-chancellor briefed about the innovative seed varieties. Currently, sugarcane production stands at 700 maunds, and with the introduction of these new varieties, the potential yield can soar up to 2200 maunds. The CM observed the cultivation of crops grown from these seeds, underscoring their pivotal role in advancing the agricultural sector.
Mr Naqvi articulated that introducing these seeds to the market would translate into a threefold increase in yield per acre for farmers. Beyond augmenting farmers’ income, this initiative is poised to bring genuine prosperity to the agricultural sector, he added. Besides, the cultivation of soybeans holds the promise of diminishing dependence on imported oil, as these seeds are expected to be available in the open market starting next year, he further said.
During the visit, CM Naqvi engaged with students at the university’s societies’ enrollment stalls. IG Usman Anwar secured a membership in tech societies by paying a fee of Rs.5000.
Provincial Ministers SM Tanvir, Bilal Afzal, chairman P&D, secretary agriculture and others were also present.
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