Agriculture is an important pillar of our national economy. About of our rural population is directly or indirectly involved in the agricultural sector. Nearly of the country's workforce is engaged in agriculture. Agriculture has a significant position in the GDP with about share. Agriculture and it products contribute in the country's exports about more than .
It is a fact that the country cannot develop without developing agriculture. If agriculture is developed, it will not only increase the national income but also the income of individuals and institutions associated with agriculture. People will have a higher standard of living, which will enable them to provide better educational, housing and recreational facilities for their children. In addition, the Agro- based industry will flourish. More employment opportunities will be available. Investment in agriculture will increase, business activity will accelerate and increase in exports will also increase foreign exchange reserves.
Problems in Agriculture
The country's agriculture is currently facing the following problems, which are major obstacles to increasing production: