Crops
Wheat
Wheat is a staple food crop of Pakistan, dominating all crops in acreage and production. In Pakistan, spring wheat is grown as a Rabi crop in the Sindh, Punjab, NWFP, and Balochistan provinces. In the northern parts of Balochistan, some winter wheat is cultivated on a small scale. Despite rigorous efforts from the government, Pakistan will still fall short of attaining self-sufficiency in wheat. Pakistan imports about 2 million tons of wheat at a cost of 8 billion rupees.
Rice
Rice is the second most important food crop of Pakistan after wheat. It is a major export item and a source of foreign exchange. Grown mainly in Punjab and Sindh, rice requires ample water supply for cultivation. Pakistan produces both Basmati and IRRI rice varieties. Despite strong domestic production, improving irrigation techniques and storage facilities remains essential for ensuring sustainable rice cultivation.