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    On 19 June 2025, Pakistan Horticulture Development and Export Company (PHDEC) organized a workshop at the Agriculture Research Institute (ARI) Tandojam, on focusing on “Good Agricultural Practices for Onion: Export Prospects, Supply Chain Challenges, and Remedial Measures.” Onion is a major vegetable crop in Pakistan, with an annual production of approximately 2 million metric tons cultivated over 150,000 hectares. The country is among the top 10 global producers and ranks 7th in onion exports, contributing around $147 million annually. However, in recent years, onion production has suffered due to low yields and declining quality largely due to a disease outbreak following the 2022 floods, particularly affecting Sindh. In response to these challenges and to enhance export potential, PHDEC arranged this workshop to guide growers on disease management, sustainable practices, and climate adaptation in drought-prone regions. Experts from ARI and Tandojam University delivered detailed presentations on profitable onion production, identification and control of prevalent diseases, and the impacts of climate change on crop performance. Additionally, PHDEC also invited trade representatives from key regional markets Malaysia, Sri Lanka, the UAE, and Bangladesh to share market insights, export opportunities, and SPS (Sanitary and Phytosanitary) requirements. These missions also highlighted the growing demand and prospects for value-added onion products such as dried and fried onions. The session concluded with an interactive Q&A segment. Participants appreciated PHDEC’s timely initiative, especially as the onion sowing season is currently underway in Sindh.
    Workshop on Good Agricultural Practices and Export Prospects of Onion
    PHDEC successfully concluded a national webinar titled "Pine Nut Value Chain: Addressing Supply Chain Challenges and Exploring Export Opportunities." The session featured expert insights from Mr. Hasil Khan (MARC–PARC, Jaglote) and Mr. Muhammad Shabbir (FAO Balochistan), highlighting critical issues in the Chilgoza pine nut supply chain across Balochistan, KPK, and Gilgit Baltistan — including deforestation, lack of storage infrastructure, packaging gaps, and limited market access. CEO PHDEC outlined the export potential of both processed and unprocessed pine nuts, emphasizing that over 90% of Pakistan’s Chilgoza exports are destined for China. He reiterated PHDEC’s commitment to improving packaging and certification to boost value and sustainability, and directed a follow-up webinar on these aspects. 🌿 Action Points: ✔️ PHDEC to organize a follow-up session on packaging and certification ✔️ MARC to advance research on propagation and climate impacts ✔️ Agriculture Extension GB to survey new cultivation areas ✔️ Forest Departments to conduct community training on sustainable harvesting 🌱 Strengthening this high-value sector requires coordinated efforts across research, policy, and market development.
    Pine Nut Value Chain, Addressing Supply Chain Challenges and Exploring Export Opportunities
    On 23rd April 2025, Pakistan Horticulture Development & Export Company (PHDEC) conducted the webinar on the topic of “how to bring innovation in olive sector”. The aim of the webinar was to strengthen the entire process from cultivation to market, including post-harvest management, processing, and branding. This involves investing in technology, improving infrastructure, supporting research and development, and enhancing market access. Expert from Centre of Excellence for Olive Research & Training gave an overview of the olive sector development in Pakistan. CEFORT discussed the collaboration between various entities, including PHDEC and the Punjab Government, to promote olive cultivation, research, value addition and finally exports. The presentation covered the establishment of model orchards, training programs for farmers, and plans for expanding olive production and processing facilities across the country. 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.
    Consultative Session With Olive Value Chain Stakeholders to Bring Innovation in Olive Sector
    On 24th April 2025, PHDEC Organized Webinar on Mango Issues and Nursery Development in Sindh Region. The Pakistan Horticulture Development and Export Company (PHDEC) organized a focused webinar for mango growers in the Sindh region in response to the increased incidence of mango malformation and hopper attacks observed this year. Considering the severity of these challenges, PHDEC engaged relevant experts to discuss the underlying causes and propose remedial measures. Mr. Lemon Kumar delivered a comprehensive session, explaining why these issues occur and how they begin and spread. He highlighted key symptoms of mango malformation and hopper infestation and advised farmers to undertake timely and judicious pruning of their orchards. He pointed out that many mango orchards have turned into dense jungles and emphasized the urgent need to restore them to well-managed orchards through regular trimming and pruning. He also discussed two types of mango malformation—vegetative and reproductive—stressing the importance of early identification and eradication, followed by proper disposal through burning or burying affected plant parts. Dr. Noor-un-Nisa also presented an in-depth session on the establishment of certified mango nurseries. She outlined detailed techniques for budding, grafting, and transplanting nursery plants, emphasizing that a certified nursery is the foundation of a healthy, high-yielding, and quality mango orchard. PHDEC remains committed to supporting the horticulture sector by addressing emerging challenges and promoting sustainable orchard management practices.
    Optimizing Mango Orchard Techniques to Control Malformation Hoppers & Climate Change Stress
    On 26 March, 2025, PHDEC organized a webinar on the topic of “Cherry Orchard Management Techniques (GAP) for Premium Quality & High Yield”. The cherry blossom season in regions like Hunza, Gilgit, Skardu, Ghizar, Quetta, Pishin, Ziarat, Kalat, Zhob, Mastung, Loralai, Swat & Chitral usually starts around March and extends into April. So, keeping in view the ongoing cherry blossom season and upcoming fruiting season of the product, PHDEC chose this time frame to educate the cherry farmers/growers, key farm workers on the subject. Mr. Zulfiqar Ali Ghazi, Value Chain Expert in horticulture products especially in cherry sector of GB was invited to enlighten the small holders of cherry on Integrated Pest and Disease Management, Pruning and Canopy Management, Disposal of Infected Plant Material, Post-Harvest Activities & Overview of GAP certification process for premium quality yield.
    Cherry Orchard Management Techniques GAP for Premium Quality & High Yield
    On March 13, 2025 PHDEC, organized a webinar in collaboration with FAO Balochistan on “Grapes Orchard Management for Better Quality and High Yield” . Grape cultivation has gained momentum in #Pakistan due to its adaptability to diverse climatic conditions. Grapes thrive in tropical climates, making it suitable for different regions of the country. Grapevines typically flower in the spring, from mid of the march to late may (depending on locality & grape’s variety). This happens when average daily temperatures are between 59 and 68 °F. The expert from FAO Balochistan, enlightened the participants on area/site selection, grapes variety selection, modern production technologies, trenches vs trellis system, pruning methods for grape vines, agronomic practices & soil management.
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