Agriculture is the backbone of Pakistan's economy, providing food for the population and generating 22% of GDP and 44.8% of employment. The major agricultural crops are cotton, rice, sugarcane and wheat, while minor crops include oilseeds and pulses. However, Pakistan's agriculture sector faces problems such as outdated cultivation methods, insufficient irrigation and infrastructure, uneconomic land holdings, and lack of education and research. The government is working to address these issues through measures like building roads and regulated markets, improving price awareness, and increasing education and training.