PMAS-AAUR VC Calls for Faster Adoption of AgriTech to Boost Food Security
LAHORE: Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi (PMAS-AAUR) Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Qamar-uz-Zaman has underlined the importance of modern technology, innovative research and entrepreneurship in strengthening Pakistan’s agriculture sector and ensuring food security.
He was addressing a panel discussion titled “Agriculture, Food Security and AgriTech” at the Honhaar PINTECH Expo 2026, organised by the Punjab Higher Education Commission (PHEC) in Lahore.
Prof Dr Qamar-uz-Zaman said the integration of AgriTech, innovation and research had become essential to respond to emerging challenges, improve food security and support sustainable agricultural development in the country.
He noted that agriculture across the world was passing through a major transformation due to technological progress, digital solutions and data-driven decision-making. Pakistan, he said, needed to speed up the adoption of modern agricultural technologies to raise productivity, make better use of natural resources and strengthen the resilience of its agricultural systems.
The vice chancellor also highlighted the role of higher education institutions in preparing a skilled workforce for the changing needs of agriculture. He said universities had a major responsibility to equip students with technological knowledge, research capacity and an entrepreneurial approach.
The panel discussion brought together talented students, leading universities, industry partners and innovators on a common platform to present ideas, explore opportunities and promote entrepreneurship.
The session also stressed the need to empower young people, encourage innovative thinking and build stronger links between academia and industry for a brighter, technology-driven future for Punjab.
