EDF funding approved for three months amid concerns over misuse and sector-wide backlash. By Monitoring Desk The Ministry of Commerce, in consultation with the State Bank of
Mushtaq Ghumman ISLAMABAD: The country’s export-oriented industries have reportedly reacted strongly to the government’s decision to extend over Rs 15 billion to the Rice
The increase in exports is led majorly by non-Basmati varieties as Pakistan pivots towards selling cheaper rice to low-value markets. Behind the increase is a major water crisis
Authorities told to speed up exporter reforms, ensure timely tax refunds. By Monitoring Desk Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday directed authorities to draw up a
Muhammad Luqman Scientists at the Rice Research Institute (RRI), Kala Shah Kaku, Lahore, have developed a new Basmati rice variety, the largest ever in Pakistan’s history.
RRI-developed grain measures 9.66mm, offers higher yields; exporters see potential in premium rice markets. APP ISLAMABAD: Scientists at the Rice Research Institute (RRI) have
Wheat stocks stood at 29.14 million tons on December 1, up from last year’s 20.6 million tons. Reuters MUMBAI: India’s rice inventories in government warehouses climbed nearly
Written by Shahnawaz Akhter in Trade & Industry Karachi, December 13, 2025 – The Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (REAP) has raised serious concerns over
Recorder Report KARACHI: Group Chairman, Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (REAP) Abdul Rahim Janoo said that things are not good for rice as exports are going down the hill,