In Pakistan, Soybean was introduced in the 1970s as a non-conventional oilseed crop, but it could not gain popularity due to a lack of production technology and policy constraints (Ali et al. 2013; Asad et al. 2020). Moreover, the changing climatic conditions lessened the cultivation of this important crop in Pakistan. … …
What is soybean & its production in Pakistan?
Soybean area and production in Pakistan. Soybean is annual oilseed crop of family Leguminosae and mainly grown for edible seeds. It is the most economical source of protein (40%) for human food and animal feed. The seeds also contain 18-22% edible oil and fulfil the demand of food industry.
When was soybean first introduced to Pakistan?
Soybean was first introduced to Pakistan in 1969 and is grown during the spring and autumn seasons for the production of oil [11, 12]. The vast areas of Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab provinces of Pakistan were found ideal for the cultivation of soybean . …
What are the major bottlenecks for soybean cultivation in Pakistan?
Moreover, the absence of area-specific production technology, non-existence of extension service, and lack of coherent policy to promote local oilseed production are the major bottlenecks for the cultivation of soybean in Pakistan.