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Wheat seeds, fertiliser distributed among 1,000 flood-hit farmers
October 26, 2022
The Helping Hand for Relief and Development (HHRD) of Pakistan distributed wheat seeds and fertiliser worth Rs25 million among 1,000 flood-affected small farmers in south Punjab.
The ‘Seed of Hope’ project of HHRD, under Pakistan Flood Relief Effort-2022, was executed in collaboration with the Punjab Agriculture Department to enhance per acre yield and timely cultivation of wheat in flood-hit areas, said a press release received by WealthPK.
The distribution ceremonies of wheat and fertilizer were held at Fazalpur (Rajanpur) and Taunsa Sharif (Dera Ghazi Khan) in south Punjab.
A training session for farmers’ awareness was also conducted where food and agriculture experts conducted training sessions on the production technology of wheat, insect pest management, weeds management, and irrigation management.
Credit : Independent News Pakistan-WealthPk
