Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday directed the formulation of a new palm oil production policy along Pakistan’s coastal belt, aiming to increase agricultural exports and strengthen the nation’s food sector. The government seeks to enhance the yield per acre and promote high-value crops that can generate significant revenue for farmers and exporters alike.
The Prime Minister emphasized that this initiative is part of a broader strategy to leverage Pakistan’s natural resources efficiently while supporting the livelihoods of coastal and agricultural communities.
During the briefing, officials presented a comprehensive assessment of challenges facing the agriculture sector, including comparative analyses of Rabi and Kharif crops, horticulture, fisheries, livestock, and the dairy sector. The prime minister highlighted ongoing government investments in agricultural research and technology as a way to raise productivity without additional resource burdens.
He also called for targeted measures to expand exports of fisheries, fruits, and value-added agricultural products, ensuring Pakistan remains competitive in international markets. Steps such as providing high-quality seeds, affordable fertilizers, and effective pest control were underlined as critical to boosting yields.
Officials presented a short-term reform framework designed to optimize existing resources and a separate plan for agricultural research institutions to promote climate-suited, high-value crops. The prime minister approved the proposals and directed that they be incorporated into Pakistan’s official agricultural reform roadmap.
The MediaBites team congratulates Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the government for taking a proactive, research-driven approach to agriculture. This policy demonstrates a commitment to innovation, export growth, and supporting farmers, setting the stage for a stronger, more sustainable agricultural sector in Pakistan.
