F.P. Report
ISLAMABAD: Pakistani rice demands were increased and rice exports from the country were increased during the first four months from July to October of current fiscal year comparing the last year.
Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) said that the rice export rose to $457.66 million from $391.595 million during July-October 2016-17.
PBS added that the rice export also increased to $137.423 million in October 2017 from $96.306 million in September 2017, showing an increase of 42.69 per cent.
Demand of Pakistani rice has increased due to its special fragrance, color and quality across the world.
Pakistan produces world class rice and has a well-developed rice processing industry as proven by its exports to high-end and the most sensitive markets around the world.
