Army to get local wheat
The Pakistani government has approved the supply of 175,000 tonnes of indigenous wheat to the army for the 2026-27 crop year to improve food quality for troops. The decision follows complaints regarding the taste and quality of previously supplied imported wheat.
Why it matters
Ensuring food quality for military personnel is a matter of national security and troop morale, impacting government procurement policies.
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