The Punjab Agriculture Department has implemented various initiatives to support farmers in the Bahawalpur division, including offering fertiliser at regulated prices.
An official press release stated that the Engro Center has been launched in the division to tackle the issues faced by cotton and sugarcane farmers while providing them with technical support.
“The Engro Center’s establishment will guarantee that farmers have access to quality fertilisers at government-approved prices,” it mentioned.
Additionally, farmers across Bahawalpur are receiving technical advice on managing cotton crops, using fertilisers correctly and in balance, and practicing integrated pest management.
By following better agricultural methods, farmers can aim for a production goal of at least two bales of cotton per acre.
The press release also noted that efforts will be made to resolve the canal water shortage in cotton-growing regions.
Furthermore, information was shared about the registration process, significance, and benefits of the Kisan Card.
Kisan Card helps farming community across Punjab
Earlier, it was revealed that over 832,000 farmers across Punjab received Kisan Cards under the provincial government’s initiative, according to official figures.
Farmers have so far used agricultural loans worth Rs254 billion through the scheme.
During the wheat season, they purchased agricultural inputs worth Rs100 billion using the Kisan Card facility, while the government provided Rs90 billion in financial support for the Kharif crop season.
The program also helped around 300,000 farmers buy agricultural inputs worth Rs30 billion.
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