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Cotton sector: another crisis

Pakistan’s cotton sector is facing a multifaceted yet resolvable crisis, rooted in systemic weaknesses such as lack of coordination among research institutions, institutional silos, the dominance of vested interests, and…

Cotton yield: is quality seed the whole story?

A frequently asked question in the agricultural sector is: Why have we not yet succeeded in producing high-quality cotton seeds? While this may seem like a simple and straightforward inquiry,…

Economic repercussions of reliance on cotton imports

Pakistan’s economy is fundamentally rooted in agriculture, with cotton serving as the cornerstone of its agricultural framework and related industries. Cotton is not only essential for the agricultural sector but…

Revival of cotton a must

The significance of cotton for Pakistan’s economy is fundamental, as it plays a pivotal role in agriculture, industry, and employment sectors. Cotton is a key crop in the agricultural sector,…

The criticality of cotton cess payment

Cotton is the backbone of Pakistan’s agricultural economy; yet the textile industry’s refusal to pay the cotton cess has severely undermined both cotton production and research. Due to the non-payment…

The survival and growth of cotton

Cotton production is a cornerstone of Pakistan’s agricultural economy. Not only is it the backbone of the textile industry, but it also plays a critical role in driving national exports…

Managing cotton crop during drought conditions

According to a United Nations report, Pakistan is among 22 countries worldwide experiencing an emergency drought situation for the past 2-3 years. The lack of proper adaptation strategies to changing…