Pakistan gets help for precision agri initiative

The Green Climate Fund (GCF) will assist Pakistan in enhancing its capacity for precision agriculture by establishing a centralised knowledge management system at the University of Agriculture in Faisalabad. This initiative aims to implement and promote precision agriculture practices that will contribute to climate resilience in Punjab and Gilgit-Baltistan. Under the project, a comprehensive ‘Readiness Action Plan’ will be developed to enhance institutional capacities, address policy gaps, and promote climate-smart agriculture using precision tools. Precision agriculture helps avoid unwanted practices in crop production by reducing labour, water, fertilization, and pesticides, thereby ensuring quality produce. It recommends site-specific management interventions to maximize yield and reduce input costs, utilizing digital support systems.