Islamabad: A meeting of the Federal Committee on Agriculture (FCA), tasked with overseeing strategic measures for food security in Pakistan, convened under the leadership of Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain, to evaluate the current food security situation and set production targets for the upcoming Kharif season.
According to Press Information Department, the meeting was attended by senior officials from various agricultural and financial institutions, including the Ministry of National Food Security and Research, Provincial Agriculture Departments, and the State Bank of Pakistan, among others. The Federal Minister emphasized the importance of enhancing domestic agricultural productivity and noted that while food availability is generally adequate, affordability continues to be a challenge, particularly for low-income groups. He highlighted the implementation of the Interim National Wheat Policy 2025-26 to support farmers and promote private sector investment in the wheat value chain.
The Minister also underscored the potential for growth in crops, livestock, and fisheries, emphasizing the need for modern farming technologies and efficient marketing systems. He announced the development of an Agriculture Sector Roadmap as part of the Prime Minister’s Economic Transformation Agenda, focusing on mechanization, seed system reforms, and export growth.
The Committee reviewed the performance of Rabi crops for 2025-26, noting significant production estimates for wheat, potatoes, and gram, while addressing decreases in onion and tomato production. For the Kharif season of 2026-27, targets were set for rice, maize, sugarcane, and cotton production, alongside other essential crops. The Committee also discussed the availability of crucial agricultural inputs, including water, seeds, and fertilizers, and stressed the importance of efficient water use to mitigate challenges posed by climatic variations.
Concluding the session, the Committee expressed satisfaction with the current food security status and highlighted the need for enhanced research, development, and stakeholder coordination to sustain progress in Pakistan’s agriculture sector.