Ghazi University
The Vice Chancellor Ghazi University, D.G. Khan Prof. Dr. Ashfaq Ahmad attended a “workshop & launching ceremony on Food Control System Assessment for Pakistan” on February 3rd, 2025, organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations in collaboration with the Planning Commission, Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, held at Marriott Hotel, Islamabad.
Prof. Dr. Ashfaq Ahmad had a meeting with Mr. Amir Zahoor, Co-founder Remote Well, currently working with Fauji Fertilizer Company (FFC), and Waqas Hashmi, Head of Business Development, FFC, in the presence of:
- Dr. Sagheer Atta, Director ORIC-GU
- Dr. Muhashar Nadeem, Assistant Professor of Agronomy-GU
- Dr. Muhammad Rehan, Climate Expert
Agenda & Discussion Points:
- Research & Development Investment at Ghazi University
- Technology Transfer
- National Incubation Center (NIC) & Business Incubation Center (BIC) at GU
- Training & Business Avenues for Students – Hands-on experience in agribusiness and entrepreneurship
- Value Chain Development
- Farm Activities & Pasture Development
Next Steps & Action Items:
- Follow-up Meeting – Plan the next discussion with detailed proposals
- Proposal Submission – Ghazi University to draft a concept note for collaboration
- Student Engagement Plan – Outline how students can participate in value chain development
- Technology Demonstration – Potential pilot projects for remote wells and drones
