Overview
- Lawmakers were told on Friday that the National Wheat Policy 2026–30 has been prepared in consultation with provinces and will be sent for Cabinet approval, though officials have given conflicting timetables for when that sign-off will occur.
- The policy lays out a roadmap for mechanisation, stronger seed regulation and the creation of a National Agri Trade and Food Safety Authority to raise crop quality and open export markets.
- A National Seed Development and Regulatory Authority has already been established to promote high-yield and climate-resilient varieties and tighten seed-sector oversight.
- Ministers warned that floods, heat waves and shifting weather forced a downward revision of the previous 30 million tonnes wheat target, and provinces have not agreed procurement plans with Sindh announcing purchases of only 100,000 tonnes.
- The government fixed a support price of Rs3,500 per 40kg while officials say production costs are about Rs2,600 per maund, and the policy’s success will hinge on resolving federal–provincial procurement disputes and the timing of Cabinet approval.