Explanation

• China is Pakistan's largest trade partner in imports.
• The country imports a wide range of goods from China.
• Including machinery, electronics, and textiles.
• This making it a key player in Pakistan's trade dynamics.

Last verified on 26-07-2026

Explanation

• Agriculture is known as the backbone of Pakistan's economy.
• It provides food, raw materials, and employment to a large portion of the population.
• Agriculture supports many industries, especially the textile industry, by supplying cotton.
• It contributing 24% to GDP and employing 42% of the workforce, with major crops.
• Major crops include wheat, cotton, rice, sugarcane, and maize.

Last verified on 26-07-2026

Explanation

• About 75% of Pakistan's agricultural land is irrigated by the Indus Basin Irrigation System,
• Primarily relying on canals and groundwater (tubewells).

Last updated 25-07-2026 by NA

Explanation

• Largest Export Partner: United States (America)

Major Exports to the U.S.:

• Textiles
• Readymade garments
• Leather products
• Sports goods
• Surgical instruments

Additional information:

• Largest Import Partner: China

Last verified on 10-07-2026

Explanation

• Banana is mostly cultivated in Sindh province of Pakistan.
• More than 90% of banana cultivation area is in Sindh.
• It contributes about 80% of total national banana production.
• Pakistan grows bananas on around 34.9 thousand hectares of land.

Last verified on 12-06-2026

Explanation

Major Kharif Crops

1. Rice
2. Sugarcane
3. Cotton
4. Maize
5. Bajra
6. Jowar

• Start: April – June
• End: September – October

• Sowing: October – December
• Harvesting: March – May

Last verified on 27-01-2026

Explanation

• Rice is a major cash crop of Pakistan, especially in Punjab.
• High-quality rice (like Basmati) grows best in fertile plains with good water supply.
• In Punjab, the northeastern districts (Sialkot–Gujranwala–Sheikhupura) are most suitable for premium rice cultivation.
• These areas have fertile soil and canal irrigation system.

Last verified on 25-05-2026

Explanation

• Rice requires high temperature and plenty of water.
• Hot and humid climate supports its growth.
• It needs standing water in fields during cultivation.
• In Pakistan, major rice-growing areas have such climate.
• This climate ensures better yield and crop development.

Last verified on 25-05-2026

Explanation

• Irrigation efficiency depends on proper water delivery.
• In open canal systems, water is often lost through seepage.
• Seepage means water slowly goes into the ground before reaching fields.
• This reduces available water for crops.
• It is a major issue in canal-based irrigation systems.

Last verified on 25-05-2026

Explanation

• Rabi crops are sown in winter (October–December) and harvested in spring (March–April).
• Wheat is the major Rabi crop, especially in Pakistan and India.

Additional information:

• Kharif crops are sown in summer (April–June) and harvested in autumn (September–October).
• Rice is the major Kharif crop, grown during the monsoon season.

Last verified on 24-05-2026