Sindh Agriculture University (SAU) and the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) have agreed to strengthen industry partnerships to improve mango quality, processing and exports in Sindh. TDAP Secretary Shahryar Taj met Vice Chancellor Engr. Prof. Dr. Altaf Ali Siyal to discuss research commercialization and international market opportunities. SAU is implementing three Export Development Fund-supported projects: the Mango Disease Diagnostic and Research Centre, Clean Mango Nursery and Mango Drying Unit. Dr Siyal stressed collaboration with industry to meet international standards and reduce post-harvest losses. Shahryar Taj appreciated SAU’s research and highlighted the need to connect farmers, processors and exporters. SAU also proposed an agricultural expo with TDAP next year to showcase research, innovative technologies and value-added products.
Sindh Agriculture University (SAU) and the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) have agreed to strengthen industry partnerships to improve mango quality, processing and exports in Sindh. TDAP Secretary Shahryar Taj met Vice Chancellor Engr. Prof. Dr. Altaf Ali Siyal to discuss research commercialization and international market opportunities. SAU is implementing three Export Development Fund-supported projects: the Mango Disease Diagnostic and Research Centre, Clean Mango Nursery and Mango Drying Unit. Dr Siyal stressed collaboration with industry to meet international standards and reduce post-harvest losses. Shahryar Taj appreciated SAU’s research and highlighted the need to connect farmers, processors and exporters. SAU also proposed an agricultural expo with TDAP next year to showcase research, innovative technologies and value-added products.
Sindh Agriculture University (SAU) and the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) have agreed to strengthen industry partnerships to improve mango quality, processing and exports in Sindh. TDAP Secretary Shahryar Taj met Vice Chancellor Engr. Prof. Dr. Altaf Ali Siyal to discuss research commercialization and international market opportunities. SAU is implementing three Export Development Fund-supported projects: the Mango Disease Diagnostic and Research Centre, Clean Mango Nursery and Mango Drying Unit. Dr Siyal stressed collaboration with industry to meet international standards and reduce post-harvest losses. Shahryar Taj appreciated SAU’s research and highlighted the need to connect farmers, processors and exporters. SAU also proposed an agricultural expo with TDAP next year to showcase research, innovative technologies and value-added products.
Prof. Dr. Muhammad Ismail Kumbhar of Sindh Agriculture University (SAU) has called for stronger Pakistan-Uzbekistan research collaboration in sustainable agriculture, water management and climate change.Chairing the inaugural plenary session and delivering a keynote address at an international scientific conference in Karshi, Uzbekistan, he highlighted the role of artificial intelligence, digital agriculture, remote sensing and biotechnology in improving food security and agricultural productivity.Dr Kumbhar stressed practical research, modern irrigation and technology access for farmers. He also proposed joint research projects, faculty exchanges, student mobility and institutional partnerships to address shared agricultural and environmental challenges.
Prof. Dr. Muhammad Ismail Kumbhar of Sindh Agriculture University (SAU) has called for stronger Pakistan-Uzbekistan research collaboration in sustainable agriculture, water management and climate change.Chairing the inaugural plenary session and delivering a keynote address at an international scientific conference in Karshi, Uzbekistan, he highlighted the role of artificial intelligence, digital agriculture, remote sensing and biotechnology in improving food security and agricultural productivity.Dr Kumbhar stressed practical research, modern irrigation and technology access for farmers. He also proposed joint research projects, faculty exchanges, student mobility and institutional partnerships to address shared agricultural and environmental challenges.
Sindh Agriculture University (SAU) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) have agreed to jointly observe World Food Day and strengthen cooperation in water management, climate-resilient agriculture, research and training. A FAO delegation led by Mr. Jiro Ariyama met SAU officials to discuss agricultural water management, weather monitoring, maintenance of the FAO-supported flux tower and capacity-building activities. The two sides also discussed impact-based forecasting training for 25 female students and faculty members, along with World Food Day awareness activities focused on food security, climate resilience and sustainable agriculture.
The AAK Scholarship Committee of Sindh Agriculture University (SAU) approved a Master’s merit scholarship for an Agricultural Economics student and distributed four scholarships under the HYKAZ Aamanat Education Support Program. The meeting, chaired by Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Altaf Ali Siyal, also reviewed scholarship initiatives and endowment fund development. The AAK scholarship will provide Rs. 12,000 per month for up to 24 months to Imamuddin, selected on merit from six candidates. Four HYKAZ scholarship cheques were distributed among Rashid Ali, Khalid Ali, Muhammad Waris and Sajjad Ali. Dr Siyal stressed transparent, merit-based scholarships and sustainable financial support for deserving students.
Sindh Agriculture University (SAU), WPSA South Zone Pakistan and the private poultry sector have strengthened collaboration to promote research, student training and academia-industry linkages. At a ceremony held at SAU, A One Feeds Hyderabad provided laboratory equipment and chemicals to support poultry research and academic activities. Dr. Inayatullah Rajper, Dr. Syed Ghiasuddin Shah Rashidi, Dr. Shahid Waheed, Syed Waqar Alam and Umar Tariq stressed stronger cooperation between universities and industry to develop skilled graduates, promote innovation and support the sustainable growth of the poultry sector.
