Departmental ImpactNational/International participation in policy making to end poverty2023Department of Meat Science and Technology at the University of Veterinary & Animal Sciences plays a pivotal role in national and international poverty reduction efforts. Through research, education, and policy advocacy, it contributes to developing meat sector policies that boost small-scale farmers' income, create employment opportunities, and enhance food security. By promoting sustainable practices and collaborating with global partners, the Department ensures that its contributions extend beyond national borders, making a meaningful impact on ending poverty worldwide. 2022Department of Meat Science and Technology, UVAS is currently working on a project titled 'Agri-food and agro-industry development assistance in Pakistan (PAFAID)' under Unites Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO). This project aims at supporting quality and safety improvement as well as introduction of value addition for livestock sector particularly cattle value chain at a sustainable manner and in turn improves the livelihood of the stakeholders. The ultimate goal of the assistance is to avail provinces of Pakistan with better products for its local market by decreasing post-harvest losses & wastage and improving food safety compliance, as well as gaining competitive advantage in local food production when it comes to export to regional and international markets. Under this project Department of Meat Science and Technology will conduct following:
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