Exciting news for fruit lovers and the Pakistani economy! 🍒 Pakistan has achieved a significant milestone by exporting its first shipment of fresh cherries to China, the world's largest cherry market.
Thanks to a phytosanitary agreement signed in 2022, fresh cherries from Pakistan's northern Gilgit-Baltistan region are now making their way to China. Utilizing a reefer container, Pakistan aims to export 260 tonnes of fresh cherries by the end of June, ensuring they arrive fresh and delicious.
Local fruit farmers are buzzing with optimism as this new access to the Chinese market is set to bolster the local economy and enhance competition. The successful dispatch of this consignment marks a promising step forward for Pakistan's agricultural exports and economic growth. Stay tuned for more sweet updates! 🌟
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Pakistani cherries set to enhance competition in Chinese market
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