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Introduction to Scope & Importance of Agriculture Sector in Pakistan

What is Agriculture? Agriculture is an art and science of cultivating the ground, including the harvesting of crops, and the rearing and management of live stock. It provides basic needs to human life; e.g. food, fiber and shelter.    Importance of Agriculture at National & International Level The agriculture sector is not only important at national level but also at international level. About fifty years back, the agriculture sector was neglected both in the developed and underdeveloped countries of the world. It was regarded as residual reservoir particularly of labour for employment in industries. In 1960’s the importance of agriculture was realized and adequate attention was given to this sector. The importance of balanced growth of agriculture and industrial sectors was stressed by the development economists. In 1970’s and since the beginning of 1980’s, agriculture in the process of development, has gained increased significance. Pakistan is basically a...