Latest News
Good Agricultural Practices of Citrus for High Yield and Good Quality

Good Agricultural Practices of Citrus for High Yield and Good Quality

Post-harvest techniques for Peaches

Post-harvest techniques for Peaches

Banana Bagging Project

Banana Bagging Project

Optimizing Apple Fruit Quality through Recommended Harvesting and Post-Harvest Management Techniques

Optimizing Apple Fruit Quality through Recommended Harvesting and Post-Harvest Management Techniques

Mango Bagging Project Videos

Mango Bagging Project Videos

Mango Bagging Initiative Boost Pakistan’s Mango IndustryMultan

Mango Bagging Initiative Boost Pakistan’s Mango IndustryMultan

Papaya: Production Technology, Management and Export Potentials

Papaya: Production Technology, Management and Export Potentials

The Impact of Climate Change on Horticulture Crops in KPK and Way Forward

The Impact of Climate Change on Horticulture Crops in KPK and Way Forward

Mango Project in Multan and Rahim Yar Khan (RYK)

Mango Project in Multan and Rahim Yar Khan (RYK)

Unlocking the Potential: Dragon Fruit Cultivation Techniques and Future Opportunities

Unlocking the Potential: Dragon Fruit Cultivation Techniques and Future Opportunities

Latest from PHDEC

Product Videos

On 04th July, 2024, PHDEC conducted the webinar on the topic of “Good Agricultural Practices of Citrus for High Yield and Good Quality.” The primary aim of the webinar was to take on board the maximum of the stakeholders on the issue of Citrus Orchard Management for Good Quality and Yield. Mr. Malik Abdul Rehman from Citrus Research Institute (Sargodha) provided a detailed overview of citrus orchard management with special emphases related to fruit setting, fruit development, insect/pest & disease management, and nutrition management. The participants satiated themselves with the answers of their questions in the webinar. A large number of participants from growers, processors, exporters, R&D and academia participated in the webinar and appreciated the PHDEC’s initiative of conducting the webinar on this important topic.
Good Agricultural Practices of Citrus for High Yield & Good Quality
On 27th June 2024, the Pakistan Horticulture Development & Export Company (PHDEC) successfully conducted a webinar focused on post-harvest techniques for peaches, aiming to ensure the freshness of peaches from orchard to market and reduce post-harvest losses. The event was well-attended by growers, exporters, processors, R&D experts, and other stakeholders. The perishable nature of peaches makes them susceptible to significant losses due to pests, diseases, and improper handling, storage, and transportation. The factors contributing to post harvest losses include; lack of knowledge about pests and diseases. Insufficient information on preservation methods, involvement of multiple intermediaries in the supply chain, and other factors such as weight, quality, nutritional value, seed viability, and commercial value. Dr. Muhammad Zahid Rashid from the Horticulture Research Institute, AARI Faisalabad, provided valuable insights into the latest harvest and post-harvest management techniques for peaches. His presentation covered practical applications of technologies like MAP and gamma radiation to minimize losses and improve peach quality. The webinar highlighted the critical need for advanced post-harvest management practices to mitigate losses and ensure the quality of peaches from orchard to market. The informative session provided stakeholders with actionable knowledge to implement these practices, ultimately benefiting Pakistan’s peach industry by reducing waste and enhancing marketability.
Post harvest Management Techniques for Peaches: Ensuring Freshness from Orchard to Market
On 28 March 2024, PHDEC hosted a webinar titled "Export potential and growth prospects of newly developed peas varieties in KPK" to educate growers, processors, and exporters on the potential of newly developed peas varieties in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Pakistan produces around 400,000 tons of peas annually, with districts in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa like Khyber, Nowshera, Kohat, Bajaur, and Swabi known for green peas production. While export of peas is limited, Pakistani diaspora in the Middle East are major buyers. Recent data shows a significant increase in Pakistan's pea exports, prompting PHDEC to organize the webinar. Mr. Muhammad Ali Daudzai from ARI Tarnab was the key speaker, discussing how new pea varieties can boost Pakistan's pea exports. A large number of growers, and exporters especially from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa participated in the session.
Export potential and growth prospects of newly developed peas varieties in KPK
On 12 Jun 2024, PHDEC held a webinar on the topic of “Horticulture Sector: Role and Economic Empowerment of Women: An insight into Opportunities and Challenges”. The event was well-attended by a diverse audience, including women entrepreneurs, exporters, processors, and dieticians. Dr. Haleema, Senior Scientific Officer at ARI Tarnab, Peshawar, delivered an insightful and articulate presentation on the topic. Dr. Haleema emphasized the significant contributions of women in various stages of horticulture, from cultivation to marketing. The presentation highlighted how empowering women in horticulture leads to improved household incomes, better nutrition, and enhanced community development, emerging opportunities for women in areas such as organic farming, value-added processing, and direct market access were discussed. She articulately highlighted the key challenges faced by women in their role and economic empowerment in the sector including access to resources, financial services, and market barriers, were identified, along with potential solutions. The webinar concluded with an interactive Q&A session, where participants discussed practical strategies and shared experiences. Overall, the event was a success, fostering a rich exchange of ideas and reinforcing our commitment to supporting women's empowerment in the horticulture sector.
Role and Economic Empowerment of Women in Horticulture Sector
On 6th June 2024, PHDEC conducted the webinar on the topic of “Optimizing Apple Fruit Quality through Recommended Harvesting and Post-Harvest Management Techniques."" The aim of the webinar was to bring the maximum of the stakeholders on board to share the recommended harvesting, post-harvest handling techniques of Apple to minimize the post-harvest losses, and availability of premium quality Apples in domestic and international high-end-market. The harvesting of Apple fruit shall be started by early June until the end of November. The apple is more sensitive and responsive towards the mishandling and malpractices of harvesting and post-harvesting. So, keeping in view the delicacy of the product and the importance of harvest and post-harvest handling for good quality and yield, PHDEC planned and conducted a webinar well before the time to take the apple farmers/growers, key farm workers on board. A very fruitful information regarding the subject matter was floated in the webinar. A large number of participants from growers, processors, exporters, R&D, and academia participated in the webinar and appreciated the PHDEC's initiative for conducting the webinar on the important topic of harvest & post-harvest management. PHDEC will keep organizing such kind of interactive sessions to uplift the horticulture industry of Pakistan.
Optimizing Apple Fruit Quality through Recommended Harvesting and Post Harvest Management Techniques
On 23rd May 2024, Pakistan Horticulture Development & Export Company (PHDEC) successfully conducted a webinar titled "Papaya: Production Technology, Management and Export Potentials." This session aimed to explore the vast opportunities that papaya cultivation presents for Pakistan's horticulture sector. The webinar was attended by large number of people including growers, processors, researchers, and stakeholders from the horticulture sector. The introductory remarks highlighted the significance of diversifying Pakistan's horticulture basket with papaya, a tropical fruit renowned for its high nutritional value and market potential. The session featured insightful presentations from leading experts in the field, Ms. Amina Alvi from AARI Faisalabad. The discussions covered various aspects of papaya cultivation including best practices and advanced techniques for optimal production and yield. The speaker also highlighted the effective methods for managing papaya crops addressing different pests and diseases. The session also covered the information on possible strategies in future to meet international standards for export of papaya from Pakistan. The webinar saw active participation from a diverse audience, including growers, processors, R&D professionals, and academia. Attendees engaged in lively discussions, asked pertinent questions, and shared their experiences and insights. The webinar concluded on a positive note, with participants expressing their appreciation for the valuable information shared. The session emphasized the need for continued collaboration and innovation to harness the full potential of papaya cultivation in Pakistan.
Papaya Production Technology Management and Export Potentials
Load More... Subscribe

Product Brochures

Media Corner

Our Partners

world-bank-logo
usda-logo
usaid-logo
university-of-agriculture-logo
unido-logo
tdap-logo
pum-logo
govt-punjab-logo
eu-logo
csf-logo
adb-logo
Facebook Twitter Youtube Instagram

Find Us

Head Office Islamabad

  • Ground Floor, State Life Building # 5, Phase-II, Jinnah Avenue, Blue Area, Islamabad, Pakistan
  • info@phdec.gov.pk
  • +92-51-9217981 to 87
  • +92-51-9217980

Important Links

Social Media

Copyright ©2024 Pakistan Horticulture Development and Export Company (PHDEC). All Rights Reserved