India has announced a ban on sugar exports until the end of September in a move aimed at ensuring adequate domestic supply and preventing a rise in local prices, according to an official government order. Read More: Pakistan exports to India on secular decline, all hopes on SAARC The restriction, which takes effect immediately, will remain in place until […]
agriculture policy
Punjab extends wheat ban for poultry feed mills by 30 days
LAHORE – The Punjab government has extended the ban on using wheat in poultry feed across all feed mills for another 30 days, citing the need to secure sufficient wheat for human consumption. According to a notification issued by the Home Department, the decision was taken to maintain a steady supply of wheat, flour, and […]
Mounting wheat crisis looms as government delays import decision
Pakistan’s wheat market is showing signs of acute stress despite repeated government assurances of “sufficient stocks.” A few days ago, the Sindh cabinet approved the release of 1.265 million tonnes of wheat at Rs3,800 per 40kg to stabilise flour prices. Simultaneously, the Punjab government tightened interprovincial movement controls to curb speculation. Yet, wheat prices continue […]