As climate change threatens the country there are also apprehensions about the negative effects it will have on farm produce in the country, which is the backbone of our economy and vitally affects the life of the ordinary person as was witnessed in the saga of Tandoori Roti prices that created a law and order situation.

If we were to write a tale of two agricultural economies, that took the first step together, it would be that of India and Pakistan. Confronted with similar agricultural challenges, India has in the meantime made significant strides by focusing on key aspects. Surprising news but Pakistan can not only catch up with India but potentially surpass it in agricultural productivity and efficiency, but the path forward involves a combination of technological adoption, policy reforms, and investments in human capital and infrastructure.

To revolutionize its agricultural sector, a significant increase in Research & Development spending to at least 1% of agricultural GDP in the short term, and aiming for 2% long-term, is essential to develop climate-resilient crops and efficient water management technologies.

Traditionally, Pakistan’s agriculture sector has been characterized by small landholdings, outdated techniques, resulting in low productivity. However, the landscape is changing. The game changer is availability of access........

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