Pakistan, April 19 -- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed concerns over Pakistan's agricultural decline during a recent meeting. He noted that while the world has advanced in agriculture, Pakistan has wasted valuable time. The Prime Minister emphasized the need to modernize national agricultural policies to meet current demands.

Sharif mentioned that Pakistan was once self-sufficient in crops like cotton and wheat. However, he stated that the country's wheat yield per acre is now lower than that of developed countries. He highlighted the potential of Pakistan's fertile land, skilled agricultural experts, and hardworking farmers.

During the meeting, participants called for comprehensive reforms and science-based strategies to boost a...