April 6, 2026 1:41:30 PM
The federal government of Pakistan has set the illustrative wheat procurement price at Rs3,500 per 40 kilograms for the 2026 harvest season, as reported by The Express Tribune and Dawn in February 2026. This move, part of the Wheat Policy 2025–26 approved by the Prime Minister, aims to balance fair compensation for farmers with stable prices for consumers, ensuring sufficient stocks.
Key Details on the Wheat Price Setting:
- Support Price: The price is officially set at Rs3,500/40kg to prevent market exploitation and support farmers, notes Profit.
- Approval & Implementation: The decision was made by the National Wheat Oversight Committee, following consultations with provincial governments, as detailed on the Ministry of National Food Security and Research.
- Procurement Strategy: Provinces are implementing the price, with Punjab adopting a public-private partnership model and Sindh focusing on public sector procurement, says Profit.
- Market Context: Although the government set the support price at Rs3,500, earlier reports in April 2026 suggested some market prices were lower, with ProPakistani reporting open market prices around Rs3,200, prompting calls for increased subsidies for farmers.
The policy also aims to ensure sufficient national stocks to prevent a shortage, as reported in The Express Tribune.
