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Agro Veterinary News Pakistan, Karachi Manora (2025)

31/07/2025

🌾🇦🇺 Australian Wheat Farmers Break Records Despite Climate Crisis!
In a stunning turnaround story straight from the drylands of Merredin, Western Australia, wheat farmers are defying climate change 🌍🔥 and setting record yields—despite facing the lowest rainfall in over 50 years ☀️📉.

👨‍🌾 Curtis Liebeck, a 32-year-old farmer, has doubled his wheat yield since 2015, even as the region receives 20% less rainfall than in previous decades. His farm in 2023 saw historic drought levels—but still managed to grow one ton of wheat per hectare. A generation ago, that would’ve meant disaster 💧🌾.

🚜💡 The secret? Revolutionary innovation in farming:

✅ No-till agriculture

✅ Precision water usage

✅ Drought-resistant seed breeding

✅ Smarter soil management

✅ Breakthroughs from research bodies like CSIRO and seed developers like InterGrain

Even with some of the world’s poorest soils—described as “beach sand”—Aussie farmers are rewriting the rulebook on resilience and productivity 📈🌱.

🌎 With nearly 15 million metric tons more wheat now produced annually than in the 1980s, Australia’s success represents 7% of global wheat trade and offers crucial lessons for drought-prone nations like the US and Canada.

🔬🌾 As climate change continues to threaten food security, Australia’s wheat miracle proves how science, grit, and smart strategy can power agricultural transformation and feed the future. 💪🌍🍞

30/07/2025

🎓✨ A new chapter of academic leadership at UVAS!
Governor Punjab, Sardar Saleem Haider Khan, has officially appointed Prof Dr Saima as Dean of the Faculty of Animal Production and Technology (FAPT) and Prof Dr Rana Muhammad Ayyub as Dean of the Faculty of Life Sciences Business Management (FLSBM) at University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (UVAS) for a three-year term 🐄📚.

👏 Prof Dr Saima not only returns for her second tenure but also marks history as the first female professor to be appointed Dean at UVAS — a powerful moment for women in academia in Pakistan! She is widely celebrated for her impactful contributions in animal production, teaching, and research 🧬🐑.

📈 Prof Dr Rana Muhammad Ayyub, Chairman of the Department of Economics & Business Management, brings visionary insight into the field of life sciences business education. His appointment is expected to enhance UVAS’s leadership in economic and academic innovation 💼🔬.

Vice-Chancellor Meritorious Prof Dr Muhammad Younus (DLA.I, T.I.) congratulated both leaders, highlighting their excellence and dedication in higher education and institutional growth 🌟.

💬 With these strategic appointments, UVAS strengthens its commitment to cutting-edge research, gender inclusion, and academic brilliance in the veterinary and life sciences sectors of Pakistan. 🇵🇰🧪

25/07/2025

🌾 Game-Changing Wheat Discovery Could Fight Global Malnutrition! 🧬💪

A new study by 🇦🇺 University of Adelaide researchers reveals a fungus-based solution that boosts zinc and iron levels in bread wheat 🌿, a key staple for billions — all without affecting crop yields or requiring extra fertilizers! 👨‍🔬🌱

🦠 Researchers used mycorrhizal fungi to enrich the soil, leading to:
✅ Higher micronutrient absorption (zinc + iron)
✅ Lower anti-nutrient (phytate) levels in grain
✅ No yield loss, even with phosphorus fertilisers!
✅ Practical for farmers & transformative for global nutrition 🌎🍞

🎯 The fungi-treated wheat enhanced nutritional bioavailability — meaning more usable nutrients in every bite of bread 🍞 — without changing how farmers grow crops.

🥣 With wheat contributing up to 17% of daily iron and zinc intake, this could help combat widespread deficiencies:
🔹 Iron deficiency ➡️ Leading cause of anaemia
🔹 Zinc deficiency ➡️ Impacts immunity & childhood development

👩‍⚕️ Zinc & iron are vital for:
✨ Maternal & child health
✨ Cognitive function
✨ Strong immunity

💬 “This is a practical and sustainable step forward in biofortification — feeding better nutrition directly through what we grow,” said Dr. Stephanie Watts-Fawkes.

📈 As 30% of the world faces zinc deficiency and 60% iron deficiency, this research could bring health and hope to millions, especially in low-income nations where wheat is life. 🌾🌍❤️

23/07/2025

🚨 Call for Urgent HPAI Vaccine for Dairy Cattle! 🐄💉

In a powerful testimony before Congress, 🇺🇸 California State Veterinarian Dr. Annette Jones is sounding the alarm on the rapidly spreading H5N1 avian influenza virus 🦠 — this time in dairy cattle across the U.S. 🐄

🗣️ “We needed a vaccine yesterday,” Dr. Jones warned, urging federal lawmakers to immediately authorize an HPAI vaccine to protect cattle, control cross-species transmission, and prevent massive economic and public health fallout. 🧬💸

📍Already, 12 out of 17 affected states have seen poultry outbreaks tied to infected dairy herds — raising serious biosecurity concerns and risks to food systems. 🐔🧀

💰 The outbreak has cost the USDA nearly $2 billion so far, and the threat is escalating. Jones emphasized:
🔹 Cattle are vulnerable
🔹 Vaccines can keep trade doors open
🔹 Delay means disaster

👨‍⚖️ In response, Congress highlighted major new funding under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act—providing $233 million annually to support critical labs, vaccine banks, and response programs. 🧪🇺🇸

🧑‍🔬 Experts from UC Davis and national diagnostic labs across Texas, Iowa, and Kansas also testified on the urgency of real-time disease tracking, lab capacity, and rapid vaccine development.

📢 Dr. Jones’ final message to the nation:

“Prevention is cheaper—and far safer—than cure.” 💬💉

📌 It’s time for science, safety, and swift action to protect America’s livestock, economy, and food supply. 🌾🐄⚠️

21/07/2025

Pakistan 🤝 Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦 🤝 Sudan 🇸🇩 = A powerful agricultural alliance in the making! 🌾🌍

In a bold move to combat food insecurity and boost regional cooperation, 🇵🇰 Pakistan has proposed a three-way partnership with Saudi Arabia and Sudan to revolutionize the agricultural landscape across borders. 🙌🌽

Federal Minister for National Food Security, Rana Tanveer Hussain, unveiled the plan during a key meeting with Sudan’s ambassador in Islamabad. The idea is to combine Sudan’s vast fertile land 🌿, Pakistan’s farming know-how 🚜, and Saudi financial investment 💰 to develop large-scale ventures in:

✅ Sugar processing
✅ Livestock and meat exports 🐄
✅ Technology transfer and smart irrigation 💧
✅ Agricultural infrastructure development 🏗️

The vision? 🌍 To build a resilient, sustainable, and interdependent food system that ensures food security for the entire region—especially amid climate change and geopolitical challenges. ⛅🌾

The leaders also discussed educational partnerships 🤝—including joint vet science and poultry research programs, plus more Sudanese students enrolling at Pakistan's University of Agriculture, Faisalabad. 🎓🐓

With Sudan’s clean livestock health record 🧬, Pakistan’s agri-tech edge 🛰️, and Saudi’s robust funding, this initiative could set the stage for South-South collaboration and regional food stability. 🌱🌍

💬 What do you think about this historic alliance?

19/07/2025

🤝🌾 Strengthening bonds through agriculture! Pakistan and Sudan are stepping into a promising new era of cooperation as Federal Minister Rana Tanveer Hussain meets with Sudanese Ambassador H.E. Salih Mohamed Ahmed Mohamed Siddig to explore a strategic partnership in agriculture and food security 🇵🇰🇸🇩

The high-level meeting focused on:
🔹 Enhancing agricultural trade, research, and education
🔹 Promoting South-South cooperation and sustainable development
🔹 Launching joint ventures using Sudan’s fertile land, Pakistan’s expertise, and Saudi Arabia’s investment 💼🌍
🔹 Supporting Sudanese students in agri-science programs at the University of Agriculture Faisalabad 🎓👩‍🔬
🔹 Encouraging private sector investments in Sudan’s sugar and meat industries 🍖🌱

The Minister praised Sudan’s disease-free meat exports and suggested technical assistance in livestock breeding, poultry, and veterinary sciences 🐄🐔

💬 “We are building partnerships that secure food systems and drive innovation,” said the Minister, reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to becoming a hub of international agricultural diplomacy. 🌐🧪

These collaborations aim to benefit both nations, empower local farmers, and support regional food security and economic growth. A big step forward for brotherly ties and sustainable futures! 🌎💚

18/07/2025

🎓✨ Skill up with UAF! The University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF) has officially opened admissions for 50 diverse short courses aimed at empowering students, professionals, and rural communities with technical and professional skills! 🚜💼

From spoken English and computer literacy 💻🗣️ to clinical biochemistry, livestock care 🐄, farm machinery maintenance, kitchen gardening 🌱🍽️, CAD/CAM tools, and taxidermy of birds 🐦, these courses span a wide range of high-demand fields.

Special attention has been given to women empowerment, offering practical courses in drawing, stitching, home baking, fruit preservation 🍓🧵 and more.

✅ Open for everyone — youth, professionals, hobbyists
💰 Offered at nominal fees
🚨 Admission on first-come, first-served basis

Courses will be conducted through UAF’s Professional Training & Skill Development (PTSD) Center, supporting the university’s mission to bridge skill gaps, enhance employability, and drive rural development and national progress 🇵🇰💪

📍 Visit UAF PTSD Center to apply today!

17/07/2025

🚨 Big leap in cattle health and food security! 🐄💉
Researchers at Purdue University have secured a $301,000+ grant to develop a universal influenza vaccine for cattle—a major step toward defending the U.S. dairy industry from the ongoing threat of H5N1 avian influenza 🦠🇺🇸

Supported by the Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research (FFAR), this groundbreaking project led by Dr. Suresh Mittal aims to create a flexible vaccine that can adapt to viral mutations, protecting both animals and farmers 👩‍🔬👨‍🌾

With over 1,075 herds affected across 17 states as of July 2025, the fight against H5N1 is far from over. This new vaccine could be a game-changer for livestock health, food safety, and the economy 🧬🥛💪

Other partners like Genvax Technologies are also racing to develop mRNA-based vaccines to help detect and contain infections faster. Together, these efforts mark a powerful move to future-proof our food supply 🌽🇺🇸🔬

17/07/2025

🌾💧 In a powerful post-disaster recovery effort, Japan and the FAO have successfully restored agricultural livelihoods for over 520,000 flood-affected people in Sindh and Balochistan through a $6.48 million aid initiative! 🇯🇵🇵🇰

💥 Following the devastating 2022 floods, this emergency project has helped farming communities revive food production, reclaim farmland, and rebuild livestock assets—bringing hope, stability, and resilience to the rural economy 🌱🐄

✅ Key impacts of the project include:

🌾 Distribution of seeds, fertilizers, and technical support to 14,000+ households

🚜 Revival of 1,500 hectares of farmland

🐓 Livestock and poultry aid to 35,000+ families

💉 Vaccination of over 629,000 animals to prevent future outbreaks

👩‍🌾 Empowerment of female-headed households through livestock support and income training

🤝 Executed in collaboration with Pakistan’s Ministry of National Food Security, local NGOs, and disaster management authorities, this initiative reflects a coordinated humanitarian response that blends emergency aid with climate resilience and long-term sustainability 🌍💪

🎙️ Japan’s Ambassador Akamatsu Shuichi reaffirmed Japan’s commitment to human security, while FAO’s Florence Rolle emphasized the use of climate-smart techniques and the importance of strengthening local food systems.

🌧️ As Pakistan continues to face climate threats, efforts like this are essential to rebuilding lives, securing food, and preparing for the future.

15/07/2025

🌾 Despite facing extreme climate shocks, high input prices, and structural gaps, Pakistan’s agriculture sector posted a modest yet meaningful growth of 0.56% in FY25, according to the Economic Survey 2024–25 📊🌧️

Agriculture still holds strong as the backbone of the rural economy, contributing 23.54% to GDP and employing over 37% of the labor force 👨‍🌾👩‍🌾 — a critical support for food security, income generation, and national stability.

📈 Livestock remained the strongest pillar, growing 4.72% and contributing nearly 15% of GDP, thanks to gains in milk production 🥛 (+3.2%), meat 🍖 (+2.7%), and poultry 🐔 (+9.4%) — powered by improved veterinary services and larger herds.

🌾 However, the crop sub-sector faced a steep contraction of 6.82%, with major crops like cotton (⬇️30.7%) and wheat (⬇️8.9%) hit hard by reduced sowing, erratic rainfall, and rising temperatures ☀️🌪️

🌱 On a hopeful note, other crops saw 4.78% growth, and rice acreage expanded by 7.2%, signaling potential for crop diversification and resilience 🌾✅

🌊 Fisheries (+1.42%) and forestry (+3.03%) also posted positive numbers, adding green momentum to the rural economy 🐟🌳

🚨 But challenges persist: low certified seed availability (35.6%), declining fertilizer offtake (⬇️14.1%), and below-average water availability raise alarms for future seasons 📉💧

🇵🇰 The government, under the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), is investing in modernization — including farm mechanization, efficient irrigation, and access to finance — to help the sector adapt to climate risks and move toward self-reliance 🌍💪

Even in tough conditions, agriculture remains a symbol of resilience and hope for Pakistan’s economy 🌿🛡️

14/07/2025

🇦🇺✅ Australia has officially been declared free of bird flu in poultry, after a strong, coordinated national response successfully wiped out the H7 strain of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in Victoria 🐔🛑

The Australian Government confirmed that no new H7 cases have emerged since February 24, and after months of intensive surveillance, containment, and control, eradication was declared on June 13. The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) officially recognized Australia’s bird flu-free status on June 24 🌏📄

👏 Thanks to quick action by Agriculture Victoria, federal authorities, farmers, and local communities, the virus was successfully eliminated — marking another win for Australia's globally respected animal disease management system.

Chief Veterinary Officer Dr. Beth Cookson called the victory a “national success story,” highlighting the importance of strong biosecurity, rapid outbreak response, and community cooperation.

💡 This milestone not only protects Australia’s poultry industry 🥚🍗 but also boosts international confidence in Australian agricultural exports 🚢🌍

🐓 Australia remains committed to ongoing disease surveillance and prevention, proving once again that biosecurity is a shared national responsibility.

11/07/2025

🥢🌍 Global K-Food fever breaks records!
South Korea’s love for bold flavors, cultural pride, and innovation has officially gone global! 🇰🇷✨ Fueled by the worldwide popularity of Korean cuisine and pop culture, South Korea’s agricultural and food exports hit an all-time high of $6.67 billion in the first half of 2025 — a 7.1% increase from last year! 📈🌐

🍜 What’s cooking?
Leading the global food wave are:
🥢 Instant noodles (ramyeon): $731.7M (+24%)
🥫 Korean sauces: $228.4M (+18.4%)
🍦 Ice cream: $65.5M (+23.1%)
🍗 Chicken dishes (like samgyetang): $45.6M (+7.9%)

💡 Even non-edible agricultural exports such as farm machinery, veterinary drugs, and agrochemicals saw growth — totaling $1.5 billion.

📍 Where’s the demand coming from?
🌎 North America: +24.3%
🇪🇺 Europe & UK: +23.9%
🌴 Gulf Countries: +17.8%
🇷🇺 CIS & Mongolia: +9%

Whether it’s through K-pop, dramas, or digital trends — K-Food is becoming a household name worldwide, winning hearts and tastebuds alike. 💖🍽️

🚀 The Korean government is now aiming even higher, with a goal of $14 billion in total agro-food exports by the end of 2025, supported by trade expos, halal certifications, cultural campaigns, and digital diplomacy.

💬 “We’ll keep riding the K-Food wave to boost exports and promote Korean culture globally,” said Agriculture Minister Song Mi-ryung.

👏 This isn't just a trend — it's a culinary revolution with serious economic power.

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