Pakistan has achieved the status of the world's third-largest sesame exporter, with annual exports exceeding $1 billion. This milestone, announced during an international sesame investment conference, highlights the crop's remarkable growth, with production increasing by 455% in the past five years to reach 1.119 million tons annually.The export value of sesame has surged by 366%, hitting $1.073 billion, largely due to the National Oilseeds Enhancement Program (NOEP) and effective collaboration between federal and provincial agriculture departments. The government attributes this success to focused policies and technological advancements in agriculture.
Additionally, Pakistan and Turkey have agreed to bolster agricultural cooperation through joint ventures in mechanization, aquaculture, and irrigation. This partnership aims to enhance trade, share innovative technologies, and strengthen both countries' agriculture and livestock sectors.