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Nestlé Pakistan and the University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in sustainable agriculture, food science, nutrition and applied research.
The partnership will also support workforce development and knowledge sharing.
It forms part of Nestlé Pakistan’s efforts to expand regenerative agriculture across its supply chain.
Nestlé said the initiative also supports its global ambition to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
The MoU was signed during a visit by Jason Avanceña, CEO and Managing Director of Nestlé Pakistan, and senior company officials to UAF.
The visit also formalised the establishment of the Nestlé Learning Resource Center (NLRC) at the National Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFSAT).
Avanceña said the centre would create opportunities for knowledge sharing, research collaboration and leadership development.
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He said the partnership would bring together academic knowledge, industry experience and young talent.
Prof. Dr. Zulfiqar Ali, Vice Chancellor of UAF, welcomed the expanded cooperation.
He said strong links between universities and industry can help turn research into practical solutions.
The partnership will provide students and researchers with greater opportunities to gain practical experience.
It will also support joint work on more resilient and sustainable food systems in Pakistan.
Sheikh Waqar Ahmad, Head of Corporate Affairs and Sustainability at Nestlé Pakistan, highlighted the environmental focus of the partnership.
He said regenerative agriculture plays an important role in Nestlé’s efforts towards net-zero emissions, biodiversity protection and climate resilience.
The company aims to improve soil health and water efficiency while protecting natural resources.
Nestlé also seeks to strengthen the resilience of farming communities through sustainable agricultural practices.
Nestlé Pakistan said it has introduced regenerative agriculture practices across more than 125 farms in Punjab.
The farms produce crops including maize, alfalfa, oats, sorghum and wheat.
The practices focus on improving soil health, water management, biodiversity and climate resilience.
Nestlé said the approach aims to create long-term benefits for farmers, local communities and the environment.
The partnership with UAF will add an academic and research dimension to these efforts.
The collaboration also aligns with Nestlé Pakistan’s work on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The company said the initiative particularly supports SDG 13 on Climate Action, SDG 15 on Life on Land and SDG 17 on Partnerships for the Goals.
The collaboration between Nestlé and UAF is expected to support research, skills development and practical solutions for Pakistan’s agriculture and food sectors.
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