Minister for National Food Security and Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain says agriculture sector is a top priority for the government.

Discussing the Opposition's cut motions on the Ministry's demands for grants in Islamabad, he said that efforts are underway to incorporate research and modern technology into the sector to boost per-acre yield.

Rana Tanveer said a National Development Regulatory Authority has been established to enhance productivity and targeted subsidies for the Kharif crop are in progress.

He said prompt payment to sugarcane farmers is also being ensured.

Rana Tanveer said subsidies for solar-powered tube wells are being introduced by the federal and Punjab governments.

He said steps are also being taken to bring more land under cultivation, including making land in Cholistan arable.

The National Assembly will resume its session at 11:00 am today.