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02
Oct

Solar-powered farming is digging Pakistan into a water catastrophe

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By Nazrin Azizli Punjab’s rice farmers are increasingly turning to solar-powered tube wells, boosting irrigation efficiency and cutting energy costs, but the rapid shift is raising concerns over groundwater depletion and Pakistan’s long-term food security. In Punjab, Pakistan’s most populous province, rice farmers are increasingly using solar panels to power tube wells—motorised groundwater pumps that […]

02
Oct

REAP targets 180,000 metric tons of rice exports to Saudi Arabia

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Zahid Baig LAHORE: The Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (REAP) has pledged to capitalize on the improving bilateral relations of Pakistan with Saudi Arabia and Iran to further boost rice exports to these strategically important markets. “Pakistan exported around 79,000 metric tons of rice to Saudi Arabia in 2023-24, which grew to 110,000 metric tons […]

30
Sep

TDAP holds seminar on MRL, aflatoxin management in rice to strengthen export compliance

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NEWS WIRE GUJRANWALA – The Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) organised a seminar on the “Management of Maximum Residue Limits (MRL) and Aflatoxin in Rice” at the Gujranwala Chamber of Commerce and Industry Monday. This event, part of TDAP’s ongoing campaign to elevate rice quality standards and expand export potential, brought together local rice […]

30
Sep

Food department recover 1374 metric tone wheat from rice mill in operation

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CHINIOT , Sep 29 (APP):The Food Department on Monday inspected rice mills in Chiniot, Lalian and Bhawana and recover 1374 metric tons of wheat which was illegally hoarded . A total of 10 rice mills were checked, including 5 in Chiniot, 3 in Lalian and 2 in Bhawana. As many as . 1,374 metric tons […]

26
Sep

Pakistan produces one of best quality of rice : Gilani

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ISLAMABAD, Sep 25 (APP): Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani Thursday said that Pakistan produces one of the best quality of rice and there is a need to explore new markets to enhance our rice export and contribute to the economy of the country. He expressed these views in meeting with representatives of Rice Exports […]

26
Sep

Rice exports to China surge nearly 70%

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Growth reflects Pakistan’s expanding presence in China’s food market, strengthening agri-cooperation. China Economic Net BEIJING: Pakistan’s rice exports to China recorded robust growth in the first eight months of 2025, rising around 70% year-on-year, according to data from the General Administration of Customs of China. From January to August, Pakistan exported rice worth $44.31 million […]

26
Sep

EU recognition of Pakistan’s Sindh rice as basmati poses setback for India

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The European Union has recognised long-grain aromatic rice from Pakistan’s Sindh province as basmati, granting import approval. This decision is a setback for India, weakening its claims and benefiting Pakistan in the global basmati recognition battle. The move poses both economic and strategic concerns for India’s rice industry, impacting exports and international market positioning.

25
Sep

In a blow to India, EU adds Sindh to basmati-growing areas, allowing Pakistan to ship it to Poland

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The development is seen affecting New Delhi’s claim for GI tag as the Pakistan region is not in the original notified areas where the fragrant rice is grown. By Subramani Ra Mancombu The European Union (EU) seems to be favouring Pakistan in the latter’s dispute against India for the basmati rice geographical indication (GI) tag, […]

25
Sep

Pakistan’s rice exports to China surge 68.5% amid growing demand

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Exports reach $44.31 million in the first eight months of 2025, with semi-milled rice driving growth. By News Desk Pakistan’s rice exports to China saw a significant boost in the first eight months of 2025, increasing by nearly 70% compared to the previous year, according to data from the General Administration of Customs of China. […]

24
Sep

Pakistan’s Punjab Sees Rice Loss as Floods Damage Crops

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By Tooba Khan Recent heavy rains and floods have damaged about one-fifth of the rice crop in Pakistan’s Punjab province, which accounts for majority of the production in the world’s fourth-biggest exporter of the staple. Rice yields in the region, which saw the worst flooding in more than three decades, are likely to drop by […]

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Solar-powered farming is digging Pakistan into a water catastrophe

REAP targets 180,000 metric tons of rice exports to Saudi Arabia

TDAP holds seminar on MRL, aflatoxin management in rice to strengthen export compliance

Food department recover 1374 metric tone wheat from rice mill in operation

Pakistan produces one of best quality of rice : Gilani

Rice exports to China surge nearly 70%

EU recognition of Pakistan’s Sindh rice as basmati poses setback for India

In a blow to India, EU adds Sindh to basmati-growing areas, allowing Pakistan to ship it to Poland

Pakistan’s rice exports to China surge 68.5% amid growing demand

Pakistan’s Punjab Sees Rice Loss as Floods Damage Crops

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