Pakistan’s long-awaited Agricultural Census 2024 has been released after a 14-year gap, revealing that the country’s total livestock population has reached 251.3 million, including 4.8 million donkeys.
Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal, officially launched the results of the “7th Agricultural Census 2024 – Integrated Digital Count” on Wednesday. The census marks a landmark achievement in Pakistan’s statistical history, covering agriculture, livestock, and farm machinery.
Speaking at the launch ceremony, Ahsan Iqbal praised the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) for introducing innovation, transparency, and precision in data collection, which will greatly contribute to the country’s economic growth and prosperity. He emphasized that agriculture remains the backbone of Pakistan’s economy, significantly contributing to GDP, exports, and employment.
