Govt to import 1m tonnes of wheat
The Pakistani government has decided to release wheat stocks from the Pakistan Agricultural Storage and Services Corporation (Passco) to provinces and import one million tonnes of wheat to address supply shortages. This move follows criticism from farmers' groups regarding flawed agricultural policies and administrative failures.
Why it matters
Addressing the wheat crisis is critical for food security and price stability in Pakistan, as rising costs place significant pressure on consumers.
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facebook --> twitter --> whatsup --> linkded --> email MORE (3) Messenger Whatsapp --> PLANNING FAILURE: “We sold our wheat because we had no choice. Now the same wheat is becoming expensive in the market while farmers have already absorbed the losses. Better planning could have protected both growers and consumers,” said Muhammad Riaz, a wheat grower from Sheikhupura. PHOTO:FILE ISLAMABAD: The federal government has decided to release wheat stocks available with the Pakistan Agricultural Storage and Services Corporation (Passco) to the provinces according to their requirements to ensure the supply of affordable and quality wheat to consumers.
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