Lahore, In a significant step towards advancing agricultural and veterinary sciences, Mr. Ahmed Ma from Longer Jinhua, China, met with experts from the University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (UVAS) Lahore. The meeting, which took place on Tuesday at the city campus, focused on exploring twin production technology in goat farming, aiming to enhance local livestock production through innovative breeding and genetics improvement techniques.
According to University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Vice-Chancellor Meritorious Prof Dr. Muhammad Younus chaired the session alongside key UVAS faculty members, including Principal Officer Students Affairs Prof Dr. Aneela Zameer Durrani, Emeritus Prof Dr. Tahir Yaqub, Director Institute of Microbiology Prof Dr. Aftab Anjum, Director Quality University Diagnostic Lab Prof Dr. Amir Ghafoor Bajwa, and Prof Dr. Amjad Riaz. The discussion covered a broad range of collaborative possibilities, from the adoption of new technologies for breeding and genetics enhancement to farm management practices aimed at boosting productivity and disease prevention.
The meeting underscored a mutual interest in fostering educational and research linkages between UVAS and the Chinese delegation, culminating in the decision to draft a memorandum of understanding in the near future. This prospective agreement signifies a commitment to shared learning, training of students and faculty, joint research initiatives, dual degree programs, and the exchange of knowledge and experiences between the two parties.
Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr. Muhammad Younus expressed appreciation for the Chinese delegate’s interest in collaborating with UVAS, highlighting the potential for significant advancements in local livestock production through such international partnerships. The meeting also featured a presentation of a documentary to Mr. Ahmed Ma, showcasing UVAS’s contributions to education and research in veterinary and animal sciences.
This collaboration represents a promising development in the field of goat farming technology, potentially setting the stage for substantial improvements in livestock management and production practices within Pakistan and beyond.