Afghanistan’s Agriculture Minister visits India to boost agricultural cooperation

Afghanistan’s Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock, Ataullah Omari, has travelled to India at the head of an official delegation to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the agriculture and livestock sectors.

According to the ministry, the visit is aimed at expanding collaboration in agriculture, irrigation and livestock, while increasing agricultural trade and promoting the exchange of expertise. Afghan officials also hope to benefit from India’s experience and technological advances in modern farming and livestock development.

During the visit, Omari is expected to hold talks with representatives from India’s Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, senior government officials and private sector stakeholders. Discussions will focus on enhancing agricultural cooperation, introducing modern farming technologies, strengthening the livestock sector and boosting the export and import of agricultural products between the two countries.

The delegation is also scheduled to tour several agricultural institutions and development projects across India to gain first-hand insight into the country’s successful farming practices, irrigation systems and advances in livestock production.