Wheat

With global production forecasts remaining strong across several key exporters, international wheat values have softened, creating favorable conditions for major buyers such as Saudi Arabia.

Producers fear that a wave of duty-free imports could depress farmgate prices just as new-season barley and corn enter the domestic market.

The federal government has set a target to generate US$109M in output value from wheat cultivation in the 2025/2026 dry season

The 2022 ban was imposed due to a smaller harvest, rising inflation, and food security concerns.

The Ministry’s wheat programme provides farmers not only with certified seeds but also with technical guidance, irrigation advice, and on-field monitoring throughout the growing season.