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\u2019s agriculture sector and ensuring food security.<\/p>\n
He was addressing a panel discussion titled \u201cAgriculture, Food Security and AgriTech\u201d at the Honhaar PINTECH Expo 2026, organised by the Punjab Higher Education Commission (PHEC) in Lahore.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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