Islamabad: The government has approved the National Agricultural Biotechnology Policy 2025 to align the country's agriculture sector with modern technological and scientific advancements. This significant policy aims to enhance the agricultural landscape by integrating cutting-edge biotechnology solutions.
According to Radio Pakistan, the policy was formulated following a two-and-a-half-year consultative process involving scientists, farmers, industry representatives, and relevant departments. The extensive discussions and evaluations were crucial to ensuring the policy's comprehensive approach to modernizing agriculture.
The policy aims to support farmers, strengthen food security, increase agricultural productivity, encourage responsible investment, and promote the adoption of modern agricultural technologies. These objectives are set to transform the agricultural sector by enabling farmers to access and utilize innovative tools and practices.
In a related development, genetically modified maize has also received approval after successfully completing prescribed regulatory procedures. This approval marks a significant step towards enhancing crop yields and improving the overall productivity of the agriculture sector.
The adoption of modern agricultural technologies, as outlined in the policy, is expected to boost Pakistan's maize exports to around one billion dollars. This anticipated growth in exports highlights the potential economic benefits of integrating biotechnology within the agricultural framework.