Agriculture is the backbone of our economy and Sindh, with its diverse climatic conditions and fertile lands, holds immense potential for agricultural productivity. However, this potential remains untapped due to the failure to recruit and engage the technical human resources needed to tackle and resolve issues related to water, agriculture, floods, droughts and climate change. Agricultural engineers play a pivotal role in enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of our irrigation and farming practices. They design and implement innovative solutions for irrigation, soil salinity management, post-harvest losses, drought and flood management, and crop-water productivity under changing climate scenarios.
Their expertise ensures that our agricultural and irrigation systems are resilient, environmentally friendly, and capable of meeting the growing food demands of our population. In Sindh, where water scarcity and soil degradation are persistent issues, the contributions of agricultural engineers are indispensable. Despite their importance, agricultural engineers in Sindh face significant challenges regarding employment which hinders the progress and development of our agricultural sector.The government must take proactive measures to recognize and value agricultural engineers by employing them in the irrigation and agriculture departments so that we can ensure that our farming practices are sustainable and efficient.
Dr Altaf Siyal
Hyderabad