Faisalabad, Rana Tanveer Hussain, Minister for National Food Security, has assured continued government support for farmers, particularly in the procurement of wheat, during a press briefing in Faisalabad today. His statements come amidst growing concerns among the agricultural community regarding economic challenges and procurement processes.

According to Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Hussain emphasized the government’s commitment to the agricultural sector and the welfare of farmers. He confirmed that the Federal Government, through the Pakistan Agricultural Storage and Services Corporation (PASSCO), will persist in its efforts to procure wheat directly from farmers, addressing key issues such as timely payments and potentially increasing procurement targets as necessary.

The Minister further highlighted that the government is actively working to resolve payment delays and is dedicated to ensuring that farmers do not suffer economic losses. In addition to these measures, Hussain announced that new incentives for farmers are slated to be included in the next financial budget, underscoring the administration’s focus on strengthening the agriculture sector.

Hussain’s reassurances reflect a broader governmental effort to enhance support for farmers and to stabilize the agricultural foundation of the economy.