Pakistan Rice Export 2026 Market Overview & Trends

Pakistan's rice exports reached a record high of $4.19 billion in 2024, nearly doubling the $2.1 billion value recorded in 2020. This growth is supported by a massive surge in quantity, which rose to 6.56 billion units in 2024. The data indicates a consistent upward trend since 2021, with 2024 showing the most significant year-on-year expansion in both value and volume.

Indonesia is the leading importer of Pakistani rice in 2024, with a trade value of $408.3 million. Afghanistan follows closely at $390.4 million. The remaining top markets include Kenya, Malaysia, and Saudi Arabia, demonstrating that Pakistan maintains a diversified and strong presence across key regions in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East.

Kazakhstan and Cote d'Ivoire are the fastest-growing emerging markets, both achieving growth rates above 2.4%. While traditional partners like Indonesia and Afghanistan lead in total value, the high growth in Central Asia and West Africa indicates successful market diversification strategies and new opportunities for export expansion.

IR 64 rice (HS 100630) is the cornerstone of the export portfolio, generating $3.26 billion in 2024. Broken rice (HS 100640) also contributes significantly with $534 million. The dominance of these categories reflects a specialized focus on high-volume rice varieties, catering to both staple consumption and industrial processing needs in global markets.