Pakistan’s fresh potato exports (HS 07019000)
Pakistan’s potato exports maintained strong momentum during the early months of 2025. Volumes remained steady between January and May, showing balanced logistics and reliable farm-to-port coordination.

Across these months, average prices hovered around 0.20 USD/kg, a competitive rate in regional vegetable trade. Continuous harvests in Punjab and Sindh and improved cold-chain facilities helped keep export quality high.
Several companies drove Pakistan’s potato exports in 2025 H1, supplying bulk shipments to Asia and Gulf markets.
M & F TRADERS (SMC-PRIVATE) LTD.
MZS ENTERPRISES (SMC-PRIVATE) LTD.
M.ASHRAF TRADING CO.
SINAN ENTERPRISES
LAJPAL ENTERPRISES
SUARZA (PRIVATE) LTD.
M/S. AHSAN WAQAS TRADING CO.
Together, these seven companies represented over one-quarter of Pakistan’s total potato exports in the semester, underscoring a competitive yet concentrated export landscape.
Pakistan’s fresh potatoes reached 16 countries, with the largest volumes sent to:
Malaysia, a long-standing importer absorbing steady shipments for food-service use.
Sri Lanka, which boosted purchases following domestic shortfalls.
United Arab Emirates, serving as a re-export and distribution hub for the Gulf.
Qatar and Oman, receiving medium-scale deliveries of high-quality table potatoes.
Afghanistan, supplied through cross-border land trade.
This regional mix highlights Pakistan’s geographic advantage in serving nearby markets with short lead times and lower freight costs.
Between January and May 2025, Pakistan maintained an average monthly export value of 6 million USD, backed by stable farm output and efficient logistics. Growers benefited from early Sindh harvests and expanded cold-storage capacity, reducing losses and enhancing export readiness.
The sector’s strength also reflects factors such as:
Better seed varieties and mechanized harvesting;
Upgraded sorting and grading equipment;
Currency stability supporting predictable margins;
Government support for agri-export certification programs.
These improvements collectively position Pakistan as a consistent supplier within South Asia’s agri-export network.
Proximity to Gulf ports remains Pakistan’s key advantage. Exporters utilize Karachi Port and Gwadar for containerized shipments to Dubai, Doha, and Kuala Lumpur. Transit times average five to seven days, supporting fresh delivery standards for retail chains and food processors.
Strong trade links with Malaysia, Sri Lanka, and the UAE also diversify market risk and stabilize revenues for exporters amid seasonal price swings.
For the remainder of 2025, Pakistan’s potato export industry is expected to retain its positive trajectory. Rising demand in ASEAN and Gulf countries, combined with ongoing domestic logistics investments, should keep volumes high. Further implementation of Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) and export traceability will help Pakistan access premium markets and sustain growth momentum.
During the first half of 2025, Pakistan exported over 160 million kg of fresh potatoes worth USD 61.09 million to 16 countries. More than 190 exporters participated, with top players such as M & F TRADERS, MZS ENTERPRISES
This performance confirms Pakistan’s resilience in agri-exports and its strategic position as a reliable fresh-produce supplier for regional markets.
All data in this report are derived from the official trade database of NBD DATA
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