VC PMAS-AAUR Visits Center for Modern Agriculture & Water-Efficient Technologies at University Research Farm
Vice Chancellor Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi (PMAS-AAUR), Prof. Dr. Qamar-uz-Zaman, visited the Center for Modern Agriculture and Water-Efficient Technologies at the University Research Farm (URF), Koont, to review ongoing research and development initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable and technologically advanced farming practices.
Prof. Dr. Qamar-uz-Zaman also received detailed presentations on several key initiatives underway at the farm, including the Artificial Insemination Project, the Honey Bee Development Project, and research trials on multiple field crops and vegetables. He also visited field laboratories, where scientists and students are conducting experiments on improving crop genetics, soil health, and resource-efficient agricultural systems.
During the visit, Dr. Tahir Iqbal, Focal Person of the Pak-China Center for Modern Agriculture, briefed the Vice Chancellor on various projects, including mechanized wheat cultivation under high-efficiency irrigation systems. The briefing highlighted the use of precision agriculture technologies and innovative irrigation methods to enhance water productivity and crop yield, particularly in arid and semi-arid regions of Pakistan.
Director of the University Research Farm, Dr. Ghulam Qadir, briefed the Vice Chancellor on various research activities being carried out by university researchers. He highlighted the collaborative efforts between faculty members, postgraduate students, and partner organizations working to introduce modern farming techniques and improve the livelihood of farmers through practical innovations.
Appreciating the ongoing efforts of the faculty and researchers, Prof. Dr. Qamar-uz-Zaman emphasized the importance of research that directly benefits farmers and strengthens the agricultural economy of Pakistan. He urged the scientists to focus on projects that not only improve farm productivity but also contribute to national food security and create opportunities for export-oriented agricultural growth. He added that our goal is to make research impactful from lab to land. Every initiative must aim to enhance productivity, conserve resources, and uplift the farming community, ensuring Pakistan’s agriculture remains competitive globally.
The visit concluded with an interactive session with researchers and staff, where the Vice Chancellor reiterated the importance of collaborative research and continuous innovation for addressing the challenges of climate change, water scarcity, and food demand in Pakistan.
Read In Urdu: وائس چانسلر بارانی زرعی یونیورسٹی کا سینٹر برائے جدید زرعی و آبی ٹیکنالوجیز، یونیورسٹی ریسرچ فارم کونٹ کا دورہ
