January 22, 2026
The Sindh government has announced a new initiative to establish dedicated floriculture farms across the province, aiming to diversify agriculture and create new income sources for farmers. The project, led by the Agriculture Extension Sindh department, seeks to develop the floriculture sector as a high-value and climate-resilient alternative to traditional farming.
According to Director Ghulam Mustafa Nangraj, the province possesses the necessary climatic diversity, fertile land, and farming expertise to build a thriving flower industry. The plan involves creating farming clusters in key horticultural districts like Mirpurkhas, Tando Allahyar, Badin, and Thatta. These farms will focus on producing cut flowers, potted plants, nursery items, and valueadded goods such as essential oils and dried flowers.
The initiative is designed to introduce modern agricultural practices, including greenhouse technology, drip irrigation, and improved post-harvest facilities, to enhance both quality and yield. A core objective is to help farmers shift away from water-intensive conventional crops toward floriculture, which can offer higher returns per acre while using less water.
To ensure its success, the program will prioritize training for smallholder farmers. Extension services will teach modern techniques in areas like pest control, greenhouse management, and nursery operations. The goal is to equip farmers with the skills and infrastructure needed to compete in both domestic and international markets.
Officials also highlighted the potential for floriculture to generate employment, particularly for women and young people, in areas ranging from cultivation to processing and marketing. The project will also foster collaboration with research bodies and the private sector to build a stronger agribusiness ecosystem, including cold storage and value-addition facilities to help secure better prices for produce.
Original Link: https://www.app.com.pk/national/sindh–govt–plans–dedicated–floricultural–farms–to–diversifyagriculture/