ISMA defends ethanol blending programme, calls impact "unequivocally positive" amid water stress concerns

May 01, 2026

The response comes after a report by NITI Aayog raised concerns about the potential water impact of ethanol production, particularly from water-intensive crops like...

Pakistan among top countries with "inefficient" agricultural water use: World Bank

Nov 06, 2025

Pakistan is among six countries with the highest inefficient agricultural water use, worsening freshwater loss. The World Bank report notes 324 billion cubic metres...

ADAFSA advises farmers, livestock breeders on precautions to take during unstable weather

Apr 13, 2024

ADAFSA called for ensuring proper drainage, including clearing water drainage channels to prevent flooding and water damage to crops.

Decision to promote crop diversification has got boost with court judgment: Haryana Govt

Jul 10, 2020

Chandigarh [India], July 11 : Haryana government said on Friday that its decision to promote crop diversification and encouraging the farmers to shift from...

Severe water shortage in Indus river threatens Sindh's crops

Apr 17, 2025

A continuing shortage of water in the Indus River at the Sukkur and Kotri barrages is negatively impacting Sindh's agricultural economy and is expected...

Pakistan: Balochistan facing drought-like situation

Sep 27, 2021

Balochistan [Pakistan], September 27 : Pakistan's green belt of Balochistan is facing a drought-like situation due to the unfair distribution of water from the...