In the mountainous region of Chitral, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Pakistan, where agriculture has long been part of daily life, smallholder farmers have traditionally relied on horticulture for their livelihoods. Apples, pears, and pomegranates thrive in the area’s cool climate, yet for many years, farmers struggled to earn fair returns from their hard work. The Regional […]
Danyore is a peaceful valley where farming is the primary source of livelihood for most families. For years, farmers worked hard on their land, yet production remained low, and incomes were barely enough to meet household needs. Despite their dedication, progress was limited, and many families struggled to move beyond subsistence farming. A turning point […]
Nestled in the picturesque Darel Valley of Diamer District, the Al-Rehman Agriculture Cooperative Society stands as a beacon of progress for local farmers. Established in 2021-2022 under the guidance of the Agribusiness Support Fund (ASF) with financial assistance from the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), this cooperative has revolutionized farming in the region. Initially […]