Sindh farmers urge FBR to cut duties on tractors in upcoming budget to support agriculture
Sindh Chamber of Agriculture calls for a reduction in custom duties and sales tax to ease the financial burden on farmers.
Cotton is no longer Pakistan’s White Gold. It is a ghost crop
In a move that would be laughable if it were not so tragic, Pakistan's government has finally decided to pay attention to...
Cotton cultivation in Punjab surpasses 3 million acres in 2025–26 season
The province achieves over 86 percent of its seasonal target of 3.5 million acres
Government considers PFMA’s request for wheat product trade
Enabling import-cum-export of wheat products supports local flour mills, accesses international markets, and generates foreign exchange, says Minister
Govt moves to remove 18% GST on locally-produced cotton to support farmers, says food minister
Minister for National Food Security Rana Tanveer Hussain announces measures to support cotton production, including addressing cess liabilities and offering tax relief
National Assembly committee reviews agriculture research impact, questions reported crop yield gains
Concerns raised over reliability of sugarcane productivity data and return on investment
Pakistan’s major crops are going bust
The government can use all the projections and predictions it wants to, but increasing input costs and the vested interests of industrialists are eroding our agricultural output
Palm oil imports grow 24.8%, soybean oil surges 140% in 10MFY
In April 2025, palm oil imports reach 260,907 tons worth $289 million, up from 235,093 tons valued at $216 million in April 2024
Tobacco exports crosses $100 million amid push for policy certainty
Minister urges fast-track Minimum Indicative Price notification
Govt aims to boost olive industry, reduce $5 billion edible oil import bill
Tanveer says the olive sector plays a growing role in Pakistan’s agriculture, with over 85 startups active on e-commerce platforms
IMF proposes doubling fertilizer tax, introducing pesticide levy in Pakistan’s next budget
Fund’s new tax proposals could raise Rs30 to 40 billion from farmers in next fiscal year
Pakistan’s sesame seed exports to China hit $49 million
Between January and April 2025, exports reach 38,828 tons valued at $48.58 million, reflecting a 337% year-on-year increase
Pakistani olive oil wins silver at 2025 New York International Olive Oil Competition
Loralai Olives gains global acclaim, reinforcing Pakistan’s push for agricultural self-sufficiency
Punjab selects PMEX as trading platform for wheat electronic warehouse receipts
Farmers, traders, and investors will be able to access pricing, liquidity, and conduct electronic transactions through mobile devices
Pakistan’s Basmati rice exports fall to fiscal year low in April
The sharp decline follows a record-breaking 100,780 tons exported in February, despite the month having only 28 days