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Dr Tahir appointed as dean Agri varsity

RECORDER REPORT

FAISALABAD: Professor Dr. Tahir Hussein, Department of Soil Science has been appointed as dean, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad by the Chancellor/Governor of the Punjab for a period of three years. Professor Dr. Tahir Hussain is the pioneer scientist to introduce the use of effective micro-organisms (EM-technology) in Pakistan for enhancing the quality and crop productivity. In recognition of his remarkable innovations and outstanding contribution in the field of agriculture, he was awarded gold medal by the Governor Punjab, Lt. General Raja Saroop Khan (Retd) at the occasion of 50th Anniversary of Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO).