A high-level session chaired by Ms. Silwat Saeed, Secretary of Environment Protection and Climate Change Department (EP&CCD), and Dr. Imran Hamid Sheikh, Director General of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), brought together senior officials from the Agriculture Department to address sustainable alternatives to stubble burning. The meeting focused on identifying effective strategies to reduce the prevalence of stubble burning, a major contributor to air pollution and environmental degradation in the region.
Participants explored a range of eco-friendly solutions aimed at supporting sustainable agricultural practices. Discussions emphasized the need for robust policy interventions and technological innovations to provide viable alternatives to traditional stubble burning methods.
A significant part of the session was dedicated to considering incentives for owners of superseder machinery. By encouraging the use of superseder technology, which enables the direct sowing of seeds into fields with crop residue, officials believe farmers can be motivated to adopt safer and more sustainable practices. The meeting highlighted the importance of collaborating with stakeholders to implement incentive-based programs that support cleaner harvesting techniques and reduce the harmful effects of agricultural emissions.
The session concluded with a commitment to intensify efforts among all departments involved, aiming for an integrated approach to environmental protection and agricultural sustainability.
