Lahore Potato Prices Hold Steady—November Clarity
Lahore's wholesale potato prices remain stable in early November 2025. Both farmers and traders see reliable price signals. Closely-watched markets like Lahore and Faisalabad show no sudden shocks. This keeps market planning on track in Pakistan's top potato hubs.
By the Numbers
- PKR 8,750
- Lahore FQP per 100kg as of November 7, AMIS
- PKR 7,750
- Faisalabad FQP per 100kg, same day, AMIS
- PKR 9,000
- Lahore maximum price per 100kg, AMIS
- PKR 7,500
- Faisalabad minimum price per 100kg, AMIS
- 60-90 PKR
- Retail price per kg in cities, Zarat Ghar
Changes This Week
Potato prices stayed flat in Lahore and Faisalabad. Lahore's FQP is at PKR 8,750 per 100kg, matching last week. There’s less than 1% change over 7 days. Faisalabad trades lower at PKR 7,750. No major weather incident or supply jam changed market flow.
Supply Analysis
Pakistan’s 2025 harvest output is expected around 5.9 million metric tons, up 2.4% year-on-year, says ReportLinker. Average yields are steady due to gradual adoption of modern methods but fluctuate with weather shocks. Storage remains limited, causing local gluts in harvest and spikes in lean months. Cold storage investments are slow but advised. The country’s harvest area dipped slightly in 2024 after two growth years, per IndexBox figures.
Demand Signals
Household consumption is strong, reaching near 3 million metric tons in 2026, ReportLinker reports. Fast food and processing sectors continue rising but still face supply chain gaps. Cities see retail prices at PKR 60-90/kg, affecting daily buyers. Processing companies widen their offering with more dehydrated, frozen, and snack products, targeting urban and export markets.
Regional Snapshot
lowest impact: Faisalabad Mandi, Faisalabad, price, PKR 7,500 per 100kg, local arrivals steady | highest impact: Lahore Mandi, Lahore, price, PKR 9,000 per 100kg, higher urban demand | stable: Multan Mandi, Multan, price, PKR 8,000 per 100kg, no supply issues
Policy Risks
The Pakistan government offers cold storage incentives, seed subsidy and supports processing, reports Zarat Ghar. PARC introduces high-yield potato varieties to control cost spikes. Sector risks include adverse weather, low storage, and transport bottlenecks. Fluctuating fuel and input cost remains a concern. Subsidy applications run through provincial agriculture offices or online government portals.
Questions & Answers
What is the cost to store potatoes in Pakistan?
Cold storage rental averages PKR 150-250 per 100kg monthly, region dependent.
How long do potatoes last in storage?
Properly stored, potatoes last 2-4 months in cold storage facilities.
What is the current potato acreage?
Pakistan's potato acreage was near record in 2023 but fell slightly in 2024.
What are wholesale potato prices now?
Lahore: PKR 8,500–9,000/100kg, Faisalabad: PKR 7,500–8,000/100kg as of Nov 7, 2025.
What recent government measures help potato growers?
Seed subsidies, cold storage support, new high-yield varieties via PARC are active.