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The University of Management and Technology (UMT) and Pakistan Kisan Ittehad have agreed to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote agricultural research and extension services.
The agreement was discussed during a meeting between UMT President Ibrahim Murad and Pakistan Kisan Ittehad President Khalid Mahmood Khokhar.
The proposed collaboration will focus on transferring research-based solutions to farmers and promoting modern agricultural technologies.
The two sides also discussed agricultural development, food security, productivity and challenges facing farmers.
Ibrahim Murad said university research should translate into practical solutions for farmers.
He called for stronger links between universities, industry and policymakers.
Murad said these connections could help improve agricultural productivity and support the development of value-added products.
“Modern technology and effective policies can significantly enhance the agricultural sector,” Murad said.
He added that prosperous farmers were important for strengthening Pakistan’s agricultural and wider economy.
Khalid Mahmood Khokhar stressed the need to reduce agricultural production costs.
He also called for better access to markets and fair prices for farm produce.
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Khokhar said farmers’ challenges require effective policies and better governance.
He also emphasised sustained dialogue between farmers, experts and policymakers.
The meeting highlighted the importance of cooperation among universities, industry and farmers.
The participants discussed the adoption of modern technologies and improved farming practices.
They also considered ways to increase value addition in the agricultural sector.
Both sides agreed to take further steps to formalise their proposed collaboration through the MoU.
The partnership is expected to create stronger links between agricultural research and field-level farming needs.
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