PARC is committed to safeguard the nation\u2019s food security through technological research and innovation: Dr. Ghulam Muhammad Ali
\nIslamabad
\n(PR&P, PARC) Honorable Caretaker Federal Minister for National Food Security & Research, Dr. Kauser Abdulla Malik, visited National Agricultural Research Center (NARC), Islamabad on September 21st 2023. Chairman PARC, Dr. Ghulam Muhammad Ali warmly welcomed the Honorable Minister.
\nThe ceremony was attended by scientists and researchers Pakistan Agricultural Research Council (PARC). Dr. Kauser addressed an august gathering of agricultural scientists and later on had an interactive session with the scientists to discuss ways to improve agricultural research on modern lines. He also underlined the vital role of scientists and researchers for ensuring food and nutritional security of the nation.
\nDuring his keynote Address to the scientific community, Dr. Kauser emphasized the vital role of cutting-edge technologies and state-of-the-art equipment, particularly in the realm of biotechnology, to ensure sustainable food security.
\nHe lauded the Council\u2019s pivotal contribution through the establishment of one of the world\u2019s premier agricultural research facilities i.e. National Instititue for Genomics and Biotechnology (NIGAB), consolidating its noteworthy impact on the nation\u2019s agricultural economy.
\nFurthermore, Dr. Kauser commended the invaluable contributions made by young researchers in driving innovation within the field. The federal minister vowed to extend full support from the government regarding technical and financial aspects and friendly policy formulation for the betterment of agricultural sector.
\nHe underscored the pressing need for continuous training and education to ensure that professionals remain abreast of the latest developments. While talking to the community, Federal Minister shared a personal connection, spanning half a century, with PARC and the agricultural sector, highlighting his enduring commitment to its progress and development. During the Interactive session, Dr. Kauser urged to minimize yield gap of various agricultural commodities.
\nDuring welcoming speech, Dr. Ghulam Muhammad Ali, Chairman PARC, conveyed his heartfelt gratitude to the Federal Minister, commending the Minister\u2019s groundbreaking contributions to agricultural research in the country.
\nHe specifically highlighted the Minister\u2019s instrumental role in launching the endowment fund for the Agricultural Linkages Program (ALP), a significant catalyst for advancing cutting-edge agricultural research practices within the National Agricultural Research System (NARS) during his era as Chairman PARC. Dr. Ali underscored the prime importance of science and technology in the nation\u2019s growth and development, emphasizing their role as essential drivers of progress. He also noted the ongoing collaborative efforts aimed at localizing the production of animal vaccines through the active participation of local researchers and domestic technologies.
\nFurthermore, Dr. Ali also provided insights into PARC\u2019s ongoing research initiatives, such as speed-breeding for wheat and pulses, aeroponic potato seed production, and the National Institute for Genomics and Biotechnology (NIGAB), showcasing the organization\u2019s commitment to pioneering advancements in these fields.
\nConcluding his address, Dr. Ali requested the Minister\u2019s support in establishing an endowment fund to provide sustainable backing for research endeavors. He also affirmed PARC\u2019s unwavering commitment to spearheading the Green Initiative of the Government of Pakistan under the visionary leadership of Dr. Kauser Abdullah Malik.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
PARC is committed to safeguard the nation\u2019s food security through technological research and innovation: Dr. Ghulam Muhammad Ali Islamabad (PR&P, PARC) Honorable Caretaker Federal Minister for National Food Security & Research, Dr. Kauser Abdulla Malik, visited National Agricultural Research Center (NARC), Islamabad on September 21st 2023. Chairman PARC, Dr. Ghulam Muhammad Ali warmly welcomed the […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":357539,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-357532","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-business"},"yoast_head":"\n