Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research Rana Tanveer Hussain chaired the 6th meeting of the National Wheat Oversight Committee to review wheat procurement arrangements, stock availability, and price stability measures across the country.
The meeting was attended by senior officials of the federal and provincial governments, who presented detailed briefings on procurement preparedness, stock positions, and supply management strategies ahead of the upcoming harvesting season.
The Committee was informed that adequate wheat stocks are currently available in all provinces to meet national consumption requirements until the arrival of the new crop. The Federal Government reiterated that there is no risk of wheat shortage in Pakistan, and coordinated measures are in place to ensure uninterrupted supply across markets.
During the meeting, provinces shared updates on their respective procurement strategies. The Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has adopted a hybrid wheat procurement model comprising 75 percent public sector participation and 25 percent private sector involvement to enhance efficiency and market responsiveness.
The Government of Sindh informed the Committee that wheat procurement will be carried out through the public sector to ensure stable supply and price management.
The Committee was further informed that the illustrative wheat procurement price has been fixed at Rs. 3,500 per 40 kilograms, and provinces have been sensitized to ensure smooth implementation of procurement operations.
The Federal Minister emphasized that the current procurement framework will remain applicable for one year. He stated that the Federal Government is working on a comprehensive long-term wheat policy for the period 2026–2030, aimed at strengthening national food security through modern reforms.
He highlighted that the upcoming policy will focus on digital traceability mechanisms, improved supply chain monitoring, enhanced transparency, and sustained price stability, enabling better coordination between the federal and provincial governments.
Special emphasis was also placed on consumer protection during the holy month of Ramadan. The Federal Minister directed all provinces to ensure strict market monitoring and take effective administrative measures to prevent any unnecessary increase in flour prices.
Reaffirming the Government’s commitment to safeguarding food security, Rana Tanveer Hussain stated that coordinated federal–provincial efforts will continue to ensure stable wheat availability, protect farmers’ interests, and maintain affordable prices for consumers across the country.
