The five-year plan of the Ministry of Agricultural to strengthen agriculture

Afghan Voice Agency (AVA) - Monitoring: According to a statement released by the ministry’s press office, the plan, meticulously developed by the ministry’s experts, was presented to Maulavi Ataullah Omari, the Acting Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation, and Livestock. The plan focuses on providing sustainable alternatives to poppy cultivation, following the decree by the esteemed Supreme Leader, which bans the cultivation of poppy plants.

The five-year plan outlines various projects designed to bolster the economic resilience of farmers. It encourages the cultivation of legal and diverse crops, integrating activities across agriculture, livestock, natural resources, and irrigation sectors. The goal is to offer farmers viable alternatives that not only comply with the ban on poppy cultivation but also enhance their economic stability.

During the presentation, Acting Minister Maulavi Ataullah Omari provided his insights to further enrich the plan. Following this, the plan was submitted to the Administrative Commission of the Administrative Deputy Prime Minister’s Office, which offered specific recommendations for its refinement.

In response to the feedback, Maulavi Ataullah Omari has established a dedicated committee tasked with revising and finalizing the plan to ensure its effectiveness and alignment with national agricultural goals./Bakhtar