Mango exports

Pakistan sent 13,681MT fruit to 42 countries

Far East and European markets to become dominant buyers

System installed in Jhirk village, funded by USAID

Exports to Australia, Libya, Mauritius and South Korea start after remaining banned for 13 years

Potential markets remain untapped due to delay in installing VHT plant

Exported 28,000 tons in first month of the season

Some growers and exporters are optimistic that the export target of 0.1 million tons would be achieved this year

Phyto-sanitary certificates being issued without hot water treatment

The minister urged the exporters to support growers, especially small farmers, who are facing severe hardships

Poor packaging and hygiene standards major barriers