As many as 25 researchers from Pakistan Agriculture Research Islamabad, PMAS, Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi, Sindh Agriculture University Tandojam, University of Poonch, Rawalakot, AJK, Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Department of Agriculture LUAWMS, Balochistan, Department of Agriculture, Abdul Wali Khan University, Mardan, Wheat Research Sub-Station Murree, Department of Plant Protection, Uthal University, participated in the two-day long seminar cum workshop held at the University of Karachi on Tuesday.

The National Nematological Research Centre (NNRC), KU in collaboration with the Pakistan Society of Nematologists (PSN) and Pakistan Science Foundation (PSF) organized the 15th scientific workshop, titled 'significance of nematode identification for better management'.

During the inaugural session, the experts underscored the need for investment in agricultural research, to help in strengthening Pakistan's agricultural sector and economy. They informed the audience that the identification of nematodes is very important.