Potato value addition can help Pakistan tap economic dividends

Published 2023년 7월 11일

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A report on potato cultivation in Pakistan highlights the need for improvements in the production and quality of potato seeds in order to enhance yields and compete with other countries. Currently, many farmers rely on informal seeds, which results in lower output due to susceptibility to diseases and blight. The report suggests that a supportive regulatory environment and collaboration with the private sector could help meet the local seed demand and encourage the adoption of better technologies and seeds.

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The report said that Pakistan primarily produces potato crisps and French fries on a large scale, while manufacturing of potato starch and other value-added products is limited. It said that by improving the availability of affordable and high-quality potato seed, Pakistan can enhance potato yield and compete with other countries. Currently, most farmers in Pakistan rely on seeds passed down through generations, making their crops susceptible to diseases and blight, resulting in lower output. The high cost of procuring certified seeds makes them unaffordable for many farmers, who often opt for cheaper informal seeds. The government's in-vitro laboratories and seed multiplication centers have limited production capacity and lack commercial viability. Encouraging formal seed multiplication companies and providing a supportive regulatory environment can help meet the local seed demand. World just had 'hottest week on record,' says World Meteorological Organization Improving ...

Source: Argenpapa