Explanation

• 0800‑15000 is the official agriculture helpline number in Pakistan.
• Farmers can call for advice, crop management, and pest control.
• The service is free of cost.

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Explanation

• Name: Zarat Nama
• Frequency: Fortnightly (every two weeks)
• Language: Urdu
• Publisher: Directorate of Agricultural Information, Punjab, Pakistan
• Content: Modern farming techniques, crop technologies, seasonal vegetables & fruits
• Related Publication: Directorate also publishes The Journal of Agricultural Research (JAR)

Last verified on 25-01-2026

Explanation

• Crop water requirement is the total water needed by a crop for growth, transpiration, and soil evaporation.
• Calculated mainly through evapotranspiration (ET), which combines evaporation from soil and transpiration from plants.
• Helps farmers schedule efficient irrigation to maximize yield.

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Explanation

• Pest scouting is the process of regularly monitoring crops for pests.
• Helps estimate pest population and determine the need for control measures.
• It is a key component of Integrated Pest Management (IPM).

Additional information:

• Scouting helps identify pest species and life stages.
• Supports sustainable agriculture and reduces environmental impact.

Last verified on 25-01-2026

Explanation

• Basmati 622 rice variety is banned for cultivation and propagation.
• May affect yield, quality, or market acceptance.
• Farmers are advised to use approved varieties only.

Last verified on 30-01-2026

Explanation

• CPF-246 is an approved sugarcane variety in Pakistan.
• It is widely cultivated due to good yield and sugar recovery.

Additional information:

• KSK-133 → Wheat variety
• IRRI-6 → Rice variety

Last verified on 30-01-2026

Explanation

• Hysun-33 is an approved hybrid variety of sunflower.
• It is grown for high oil content.
• Widely cultivated in Pakistan.

Last verified on 30-01-2026

Explanation

• Borlaug-2016 is a high-yielding wheat variety developed for improved productivity and disease resistance.
• Named in honor of Norman Borlaug, the “Father of Green Revolution.”

Additional information:

• Borlaug-2016 is resistant to major wheat diseases like leaf rust and yellow rust.
• Promotes food security by increasing wheat production.

Last verified on 30-01-2026

Explanation

• Pakistan‑2013 is a drought-tolerant wheat variety suitable for rainfed (barani) areas.
• Developed to perform well under low moisture conditions.
• Provides stable yields in arid and semi-arid regions.

Last verified on 25-01-2026

Explanation

• Farm planning or budgeting involves estimating all costs, income, and resources needed for farm operations.
• Helps farmers maximize profit and efficiently use land, labor, and inputs.
• Ensures proper allocation for crops, machinery, fertilizers, and labor.

Last verified on 25-01-2026