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Food security and reform agenda
Country needs to provide training in modern farming methods, focus on R&D
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ISLAMABAD:
With per capita annual consumption of 125 kg, vis-a-vis global average of 68 kg, wheat fulfills 72% of Pakistanis’ daily caloric needs. Thus, its sustained supply is integral to the country’s food security.
Pakistan’s pride in being an agricultural country, having the world’s largest irrigation system and famous five rivers automatically generates a feeling of food security. However, Pakistan’s ranking at 80, with an overall score of 52.3, by the Global Food Security Index suffices to give us a reality check with Finland topping the list with a score of 85.3 and China and Russia at 24 and 29 places respectively with corresponding scores of 73.7 and 69.3, despite their severe challenges.
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