Government sets targets for winter cropping

Authorities insist the policy is not merely a revenue-generating measure, but a strategic intervention aimed at rebuilding domestic production systems weakened by years of droughts, under investment and import dependence.

THE government is targeting 7 000 hectares of barley and more than 9 000 hectares of potatoes as part of intensified efforts to boost winter cropping. This comes as the winter cropping season, which began on May 1, is expected to end on May 31. Addressing the media yesterday, the permanent secretary in the ministry…

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