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The China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is not just a hot topic in print and electronic media but the term CPEC has also become a buzzword among the masses. However, the question is how to maximise benefits from the corridor and minimise negative externalities for Pakistan. Mere desire or wish to achieve something is not enough. Rather, preparedness with required potential and proper planning based on rational and feasible pre-assessments is needed to achieve something in a productive way. The same logic applies to CPEC. We have developed an emotional attachment with CPEC — ignoring preparedness and materialisation and optimisation dimensions in the meanwhile. DAWN’s report on CPEC long-term plan has opened a new chapter in debate on the project. It has increased curiosity about the reality of CPEC and its perceived importance, while arising many unpleasant questions. Even if the plan is considered a draft proposed by the Chinese government, the question remains how a...

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $20 million loan to help Pakistan’s Khushhali Microfinance Bank (KMBL) to expand access to credit for agriculture-related borrowers and small businesses. “Agriculture and small business are critical sectors in Pakistan’s economy that play a significant role in job creation and poverty reduction,” said Ms. Christine Engstrom, Director of ADB’s Private Sector Financial Institutions Division. “ADB’s assistance will help support KMBL’s goal to improve financial inclusion to these sectors through their extensive expertise and outreach to un-derserved populations.” The ADB assistance will help KMBL to increase the provision of financial services to micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) from 5,700 today to over 30,000 by 2020. Women are expected to comprise up to 25% of loan recipients. A separate technical assistance program will support the establishment of a MSME training academy as well as investments in Kh...

The University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences Lahore on Monday shared with stakeholders the results of two research studies/projects conducted by its Business School and Center for Applied Policy Research in Livestock (CAPRIL) with the financial support of Pakistan Poultry Association (PPA). Poultry farmers, industry representatives, faculty members and students attended the presentation. Kinnaird Collage Principal Ms. Rukhsana David was the Chief Guest on the occasion while UVAS Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr. Talat Naseer Pasha, PPA Northern Zone Chairman Dr. Abdul Karim Bhatti, Dean Faculty of Life Sciences Business Management Prof. Dr. Nasim Ahmad among others were also present. Dr. Rana Muhammad Ayyub, chairman Department of Economics and Business Management, presented the results of the first project titled “Increasing dissatisfaction/consumer alienation among broiler meat consumers in Punjab.” He said the study found that consumers have many misconceptions about quality...

Finance Minister Ishaq Dar, Monday, said that emphasized smooth supply of poultry meat during the holy month of Ramadan. The government will keep a close watch on poultry prices and the association must also extend its support to the government for a thorough price check for the benefit of the general public. He also said that poultry sector had a significant contribution in the economy in terms of revenue generation and Government would facilitate this sector to the extent possible. In separate meetings with delegations of Pakistan Poultry Association, Pakistan Kisan Ittehad and Pakistan Broadcasters Association here, the Finance Minister exchanged views with them on their budget proposals. While having discussion with the Kisan Ittehad delegation, the Minister said that agriculture is the backbone of the national economy and a large chunk of the population is associated with it. Government fully realizes its significance for healthy GDP growth. He said the Government ha...

Pakistan ranks as the fourth-highest milk producing nation in the world as dairy farming is one of the biggest industries in Pakistan with an estimated 42 million tonnes of milk production per year, having 11.30 percent share in the gross domestic products. The country has approximately 63 million animals producing milk, and over eight million households involved in the trade. As such, the industry is providing employment to millions of Pakistanis but remains far below in exports of dairy products. The government should develop supportive policies for the dairy sector which has the potential to lead the process of our economic revival. These views were expressed by Shakir Umar Gujjar President Dairy and Cattle Farmers Association while speaking the general body elections and oath taking ceremony for officials attended by a large number of representatives of the dairy and livestock companies belonging to dairy and cattle farmers sector. " Dairy farmers have been s...

COURSE DESCRIPTION AEP MOOCs online certification course in “Principles of Sustainable Agriculture” is an engaging course and it is packed with the knowledge to help you to understand the basics concepts of the subject. This online course is ideal for those, who want to get the basic and conceptual knowledge about the subject. This course comprises the seven modules; 1   -Introduction to Sustainable Agriculture 2   -Definition of Sustainable Agriculture 3   -Basic Elements of Sustainable Agriculture 4   -Steps to Sustainable Agriculture 5   -Indicators of Sustainable Agriculture 6   -Approaches of Sustainable Agriculture 7   -Summary & Frequently Asked Questions COURSE DETAILS Course Title:       Principles of Sustainable Agriculture Session:                03 Course Type:      Short Course Course Pu...

AEP MOOCs online certification course in “Principles of Sustainable Agriculture” is an engaging course and it is packed with the knowledge to help you to understand the basics concepts of the subject. This online course is ideal for those, who want to get the basic and conceptual knowledge about the subject.  Please Click Here For Online Enrollment

Agri. Education Pakistan is nonreligious, nonpolitical and independent organization working since August 2011. The mission of the organization is “to educate the masses in the country regarding agricultural sciences and environmental conservation”. Our objective is to offer sustainability in happiness, health and economy by producing a new breed of Agripreneurs. Agri. Education Pakistan is always being a trendsetter. The organization is the pioneer of many projects in the country (Visit;  AEP ). The mode of education is now changing over the globe in the term of Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs). Pakistan is an agricultural country and as per the agenda of the organization to serve the youth and small  farmers, Agri. Education Pakistan is going to get the honor to be the pioneer of MOOCs regarding agriculture and allied fields. The course content will be provided to students via email and the certificates will be awarded on securing 70% marks in the online exam. The o...

Dear All, We are pleased to announce that the online enrollment link for the course  "Basics of Soil Science (Session-4)"  is now available. The last date for online enrollment is 1st  June 2017  at 12:00 p.m. Please fill the given form for the further process. Please, follow the given link;  Click Here! Online Enrollment Form