Govt mulls establishing new Commodity Wing amid Rs1bn corruption uncovered in PASSCO
Food minister reports that wheat production this year reached 29 million metric tons, below the target of 33 million metric tons
Punjab CM orders immediate cut in roti prices following fall in flour rates
Maryam Nawaz directs price control authorities to ensure flour price reduction benefits consumers, pledges strict monitoring of essential food items
Govt restricts PASSCO’s strategic wheat reserves to emergency use only
Food minister says PASSCO’s wheat reserves will not be released to open market
Consumers face continued overcharging despite decline in seasonal vegetable prices
Prices of essential perishable items, including chicken, potatoes, onions, and tomatoes, have seen hikes of up to 100%
Bunny’s sets sights on the capital, plans bread plant in Islamabad
Lahore-based baked goods manufacturer seeks expansion into the wider GT Road belt by setting up shop near the federal capital
Pakistan’s food exports decline by 1.04%, imports see modest growth
Basmati rice and fish exports show growth, but overall food trade shows mixed results in 2024-25
Rising prices, overcharging continue to affect perishable goods in Lahore ahead of Eidul Azha
Official rates ignored as vendors hike prices of vegetables, fruits, and poultry by up to 50%
Why Pakistan’s Rs16 billion cheese market is expected to double in the next five years
A few small home-based cheese manufacturers are introducing fresh, authentic cheese to the Pakistani market. Will they be able to compete with international brands and local FMCG giants?
Ingredion considering offers for a sale of Rafhan Maize majority stake
The Chicago-based company is considering a divestment of its decades-old holdings in the consumer goods company
Price discrepancies continue as food costs soar in Lahore despite official rate fixes
Retailers charge significantly higher prices for chicken, vegetables, and fruits than government-set rates
Wheat growers face falling prices, fear further declines in deregulated market
Govt distances itself from direct market intervention due to IMF deal; current rates range from Rs2,200 to Rs2,390 per 40 kg in Punjab and SindhÂ
NAB launches inquiry into alleged corruption in KP’s wheat procurement for 2024-2025
Investigation focuses on mismanagement and misconduct in wheat purchase and distribution, involving officials and private suppliers
Poultry prices in Lahore soar to Rs800 per kg as official rates remain unenforced
Chicken meat exceeds official rate by over Rs400 per kg, adding to consumer burden
Kenya cuts customs valuation of Pakistani rice by 25% to boost trade
Lower pricing expected to increase Pakistan’s rice exports amid global price decline
Pakistan’s wheat production to decline by 3.5mn metric tons, down 11% from last year: report
Country may face uncertainty in domestic wheat supply and higher prices of flour as production is expected to remain 27.9 million metric tons this year