24/04/2026
The Commercial Floriculture Laboratory team at University of Agriculture Faisalabad organized a National Seed Conference on “Indigenous Flower Seed Production & Value Chain Management” on 22 April 2026.
The conference brought together leading experts, researchers, policymakers, industry representatives, and progressive farmers to discuss strategies for strengthening indigenous flower seed production and improving value chain management in Pakistan’s floriculture sector.
The event focused on promoting sustainable local seed production, reducing dependence on imported seeds, and enhancing the economic opportunities for growers and entrepreneurs.
Speakers highlighted the importance of modern propagation techniques, seed quality standards, efficient supply chains, branding, and market linkages. Emphasis was also placed on public–private partnerships, farmer training, and capacity-building initiatives to support the development of a competitive floriculture industry.
The conference concluded with a consensus on strengthening collaboration among academia, government institutions, and industry stakeholders to boost indigenous flower seed production and develop an efficient value chain. The event witnessed active participation from faculty members, students, researchers, and representatives from the Flower seed industry.
