About Me!

Hi!

I'm Saqib Ali Ateel.

I was born in a small village of South Punjab, where the earth spoke to us through every harvest.

My earliest memories are painted with the golden hues of wheat fields, the rustle of sugarcane, and the fragrance of fresh vegetables ripening under the sun.

My grandfather, a man of the soil, worked tirelessly on our family farm, growing crops not just for us but for the entire village. Though he never attended school, his wisdom ran deep. He used chemical fertilizers and pesticides sparingly, especially avoiding them on the fruits and vegetables we ate. “These chemicals,” he’d say, “are not good for humans.”

As a child, I would trail behind him, learning the rhythms of the land. I helped spot insects, supervised watering, and watched over the ripening produce. My grandfather’s conviction—that the earth gives us its best when we treat it with care—became my first lesson in organic living.

When my grandfather passed, my father, a local schoolteacher, took over the farm. He carried forward my grandfather’s teachings, and I stood by his side, soaking in every lesson until I left for university to pursue my love for literature. Life took me on a winding path—after earning my Master’s, I joined the Punjab Management Services in 1992. Ultimately, fate soon led me to the Agriculture and Livestock departments, where I headed these departments collectively for nearly five years.

Those years were transformative. I witnessed firsthand the dangers of excessive pesticides and chemical fertilizers. I directed research teams at various farms, experimenting with organic farming methods that reduced costs and eliminated harmful chemicals. We tested crops in laboratories, comparing organic and conventional produce. The results were undeniable: chemical residues lingered in conventionally grown food, while organic crops remained pure and wholesome.

My grandfather’s simple belief was vindicated by science. His lack of formal education had not clouded his vision—he saw what was best for our health and the health of the land.

My journey didn’t stop there. I studied the agricultural laws of the USA, Europe, and the Middle East, identifying opportunities for Pakistan to export organic produce. This fueled my passion to launch a campaign for organic foods. Along the way, I realized that my own health had suffered from years of consuming processed and chemically treated foods. Determined to change, I began growing my own organic vegetables at home, ensuring my children received a healthier diet.

My work also revealed the hidden dangers of antimicrobial medicines in livestock, which led to antibiotic resistance and contaminated meat. I worked tirelessly to find solutions, protecting both animals and consumers from the perils of chemical residues.

My quest for knowledge never ceased. I pursued degrees in mass communications, law, and public management, studying at prestigious institutions like the National University of Singapore and Harvard Kennedy School. Recently, I returned to academia to pursue a PhD in Agricultural Business and Marketing, with a focus on modern methods for organic farming.

This website is the fruit of my journey—rooted in the wisdom of my parents, shaped by my experiences in the fields, honed by my leadership in agriculture, and enriched by my academic pursuits. It is a testament to the power of conviction, the importance of health, and the promise of a future where organic food nourishes both people and the planet.

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