Tag Archives: Food Security

Addressing Food Security in Pakistan Amidst Double-Digit Inflation Food security remains a significant issue in Pakistan, where double-digit inflation strains households and the agriculture sector. Recent data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) shows food inflation averaging over 35% in the first half of fiscal year 2024. This rise has weakened citizens’ purchasing power and exposed inefficiencies in crop …

Ministry Urges Swift Action on Wheat Support Price The Ministry of National Food Security and Research has called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to quickly announce a new wheat support price and set procurement targets. The ministry warns that failing to act could lead to wheat imports worth over $1 billion. This urgency comes from conditions set by the International …