September 4, 2025 (Thursday) PCGA Report: Initial Arrivals Improve but Fears of Overall Production Decline Persist By Sajid Mahmood, Head of Technology Transfer Department, Central Cotton Research Institute Multan According to the report released today by the Pakistan Cotton Ginners Association (PCGA), total cotton arrivals across the country stood at 1,335,632 bales as of August […]

📊 Key Highlights of Cotton Arrivals 2025 vs 2024 🏭 Regional Analysis Punjab Sindh 📉 Market & Trade Implications 🌾 Outcomes & Future Outlook ✅ Conclusion:Pakistan’s cotton arrivals up to 31st August 2025 show moderate national growth (+8.95%), led mainly by Sindh and Balochistan, while Punjab’s gains remain modest. The surge in unsold stocks is

Deluge and Despair: How Pakistan’s Floods Inundated Fields and Fueled Inflation The recent catastrophic floods in Pakistan, described as a “monsoon on steroids” by the UN Secretary-General, have been a climate tragedy of epic proportions. While the human cost—loss of lives, displacement, and the spread of disease—is paramount, the economic aftershocks, particularly through the lens

By: Sajid Mahmood PCGA Report: Declining Cotton Output and Mounting Economic Pressures According to the Pakistan Cotton Ginners Association’s (PCGA) report released on August 15, 2025, the latest cotton statistics present a comprehensive yet alarming picture of the country’s current cotton situation and production trends. The report shows that this year total national cotton arrivals