Pakistan Advances Climate-Smart Dairy: Indigenous Seaweed Strategy Gains Momentum

The Pakistan Dairy Association (PDA), in collaboration with University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (UVAS), Virtual University of Pakistan (VU), Pakistan Seaweed, and the Ministry of National Food Security and Research (MNFSR), successfully convened a high-level Policy–Practice Dialogue and International Workshop.

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📍 Event Overview

This landmark initiative served as a structured science–policy–industry platform, bringing together national and international experts to explore methane mitigation strategies tailored to Pakistan’s livestock sector.

👨‍🔬 Institutional Leadership

The workshop was spearheaded by Dr. Muhammad Zubair Ahmad (PDA) in collaboration with Dr. Muhammad Zahid Farooq (UVAS), under the Seeds of Science Asia framework.

🎤 Key Speakers & Insights

• Dr. Muhammad Zubair Ahmad (PDA): Emphasized methane mitigation as a strategic necessity for sustainability and global competitiveness.
• Dr. Muhammad Zahid Farooq (UVAS): Explained scientific mechanisms of seaweed in reducing methane emissions.
• Prof. Dr. Tanveer Hussain (VU): Highlighted digital platforms and interdisciplinary research.
• Dr. Chernet Woju (New Zealand): Shared global perspectives and policy frameworks.
• Dr. Muazzam Khan (WWF): Discussed Pakistan’s indigenous seaweed potential and sustainability.

🤝 Multi-Stakeholder Participation

The event brought together dairy farmers, academia, policymakers, NGOs, FAO, NRSP, PARC, and private sector stakeholders — ensuring practical, policy-relevant outcomes.

📊 Strategic Outcomes

📌 Conclusion