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• National Agriculture Policy to be finalised in consultation with provinces

• Ministry of National Food Security to be restructured on modern lines

ISLAMABAD: Calling for the immediate formulation of a comprehensive National Agriculture Policy, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday directed the restructuring of the Ministry of National Food Security, Research and Agricultural Reforms along modern lines.

He also ordered the establishment of an apex forum for the agricultural sector to promote innovation and improve crop yields.