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Reviving Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: Alternative Crops for Sustainability

5/28/2025

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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan's tobacco heartland, grapples with severe environmental damage and health hazards due to monoculture farming. Embracing alternative crops such as medicinal herbs and drought-resistant oilseeds could rejuvenate the soil and boost farmers' livelihoods. To ensure this transition thrives, robust support systems like subsidies and improved market access are crucial for fostering economic resilience and sustainable agriculture.

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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan's tobacco heartland, grapples with severe environmental damage and health hazards due to monoculture farming. Embracing alternative crops such as medicinal herbs and drought-resistant oilseeds could rejuvenate the soil and boost farmers' livelihoods. To ensure this transition thrives, robust support systems like subsidies and improved market access are crucial for fostering economic resilience and sustainable agriculture.