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Qatar Tribune
a day ago
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
Pakistani mango expo concludes with record sales of over 228,000 kg
Tribune News Network Doha The second edition of the 'Hamba' Pakistani Mango and Products Exhibition concluded on July 19 at Souq Waqif's Eastern Square. Organised by the Celebrations Organising Committee of the Private Engineering Office, in cooperation with the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan in Doha, the event drew widespread praise for its organisation and the high quality of products on display. Over the 10-day period, the exhibition welcomed more than 101,200 visitors of various nationalities. Total mango sales reached an impressive 228,929 kilograms, surpassing last year's figure of 225,929 kilograms—reflecting growing public trust in the event and the excellence of its offerings. This year's edition featured a wide variety of Pakistani mangoes, specially imported from different regions across Pakistan, including Chaunsa, Anwar Ratol, Sindhri and Dussehri. The mangoes were air-shipped daily to ensure top quality, freshness and peak ripeness for visitors to enjoy. The event saw participation from more than 60 Qatari companies and over 10 specialised Pakistani mango exporters, alongside more than 25 restaurants and food outlets offering creative dishes and traditional desserts made with mangoes—creating an immersive culinary and cultural experience that was met with enthusiastic response from attendees. The organising committee provided a fully air-conditioned environment to preserve the quality of the mangoes and enhance the visitor experience, making the exhibition a standout destination throughout its duration. As part of the exhibition's health and safety measures, the organisers coordinated with the Ministry of Public Health to conduct routine laboratory testing on random mango samples. The results confirmed that all samples were free from pesticide residues or harmful substances and complied with approved food safety standards. Khalid Saif Al-Suwaidi, Exhibition General Supervisor, said: 'We are proud of the tremendous success of this year's Hamba Exhibition—both in terms of record-breaking sales and the remarkable public engagement. We exceeded last year's figures, which clearly reflects the audience's satisfaction with the quality, organisation and overall experience.' He added: 'This year's key strength was the daily air-shipment of premium mangoes at the peak of their season, alongside the diverse participation of restaurants and companies from both Pakistan and Qatar. This combination created a rich experience that showcased authentic flavours and Pakistan's agricultural heritage.'
ILoveQatar.net
a day ago
- Business
- ILoveQatar.net
Souq Waqif's Pakistani Mango Exhibition closes with record sales of over 228,000 kg
The second edition of the 'Hamba' Pakistani Mango and Products Exhibition concluded on Saturday, 19 July 2025, at Souq Waqif's Eastern Square. The event was organized by the Celebrations Organising Committee of the Private Engineering Office, in cooperation with the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan in Doha. The exhibition witnessed remarkable attendance and widespread praise for its organization and product quality. Over the course of 10 days, the exhibition attracted more than 101,200 visitors from various nationalities. Total mango sales reached an impressive 228,929 kilograms, surpassing last year's figure of 225,929 kilograms—underscoring the growing trust in the event and the excellence of the offerings. This year's edition featured a wide variety of Pakistani mangoes, specially imported from different regions across Pakistan, including Chaunsa, Anwar Ratol, Sindhri, and Dussehri. The mangoes were air-shipped daily to ensure top quality, freshness, and peak ripeness for visitors to enjoy. The event included participation from more than 60 Qatari companies and over 10 specialized Pakistani mango exporters, in addition to 25+ restaurants and food outlets offering creative dishes and traditional desserts made from mangoes—creating an immersive culinary and cultural experience that received enthusiastic response from attendees. The organizing committee provided a fully air-conditioned environment to preserve the quality of the mangoes and enhance the visitor experience, making the exhibition a standout destination throughout its duration. As part of the exhibition's health and safety measures, the organizers coordinated with the Ministry of Public Health to conduct routine laboratory testing on random mango samples. The results confirmed that all samples were free of pesticide residues or harmful substances and complied with approved food safety standards. Statement from Mr. Khalid Saif Al-Suwaidi, Exhibition General Supervisor: 'We are proud of the tremendous success of this year's Hamba Exhibition—both in terms of record-breaking sales and the incredible engagement from the public. We surpassed last year's figures, which clearly reflects the audience's satisfaction with the quality, organization, and overall experience.' He added: 'This year's key strength was the daily air-shipment of premium mangoes at the peak of their season, alongside a diverse participation of restaurants and companies from both Pakistan and Qatar. This combination created a rich experience that reflected authentic flavors and Pakistan's agricultural heritage.' 'We also placed great importance on product safety by conducting lab testing in coordination with the Ministry of Public Health. The analysis results confirmed the high quality and cleanliness of the mangoes, further strengthening public confidence in what we offered.' 'We extend our sincere thanks to all those who contributed to the success of this event—from our hardworking teams, supporters, and partners, to the thousands of visitors. We promise even more exciting and diverse events in the near future.' Here is a glimpse of this year's Pakistani Mango Exhibition! 🥭💛Just a few juicy reasons to visit the 2nd Pakistani Mango Festival at Souq Waqif! Tag your mango buddy and swing by! 📍 Eastern Square, Souq Waqif 🗓️ 10 - 19 July 🕓 Sunday - Thursday: 4 pm – 9 pm | Friday - Saturday: 4 pm - 10 pm 🎟️ Entry is free! Pakistani Mango… — ILoveQatar - Live (@ILQLive) July 10, 2025
Qatar Tribune
6 days ago
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
Pakistani mango expo draws over 50,000 visitors in first five days
Tribune News Network Doha The second edition of the Hamba Exhibition of Pakistani Mangoes and Products at Souq Waqif continues to draw large crowds, with its lively atmosphere and rich array of offerings. Over the first five days alone, the exhibition welcomed more than 50,000 visitors, reflecting the strong public interest in this vibrant celebration of Pakistani produce. More than 104 tonnes of fresh Pakistani mangoes were sold during the same period, flown in daily to ensure the highest quality for exhibition-goers. Among the many varieties on offer, Chaunsa and Anwar Ratol have emerged as clear favourites, renowned for their rich, sweet flavour and premium quality — a reflection of visitors' discerning taste and appreciation for fresh, flavourful fruit. The event has also seen notable interest in the culinary offerings, with over 25 participating restaurants and shops serving a variety of mango-based desserts and dishes, offering visitors a distinctive and immersive gastronomic experience. In a statement, Khalid Saif Al-Suwaidi, General Supervisor of the Exhibition, said: 'The turnout has exceeded our expectations from day one. Visitors are eager to sample the premium varieties flown in daily, alongside the strong interest in the restaurants and shops offering innovative mango-based desserts and dishes. We are committed to delivering a comprehensive and exceptional experience to all Souq Waqif visitors.' It is worth noting that the exhibition will conclude on July 19. Visiting hours are daily from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm, with extended hours on official holidays until 10:00 pm, allowing as many visitors as possible to enjoy this special experience in the vibrant atmosphere of Souq Waqif.
Qatar Tribune
14-07-2025
- General
- Qatar Tribune
Pakistani Mango Festival at Souq Waqif draws crowd
The Pakistani Mango Festival (Al Hamba Exhibition) at Souq Waqif continues to draw large crowd. Held at the Eastern Square of Souq Waqif until July 19, the festival is organised by the Private Engineering Office in co-ordination with the Embassy of Pakistan. Large varieties of mangoes — Sindhri, Chaunsa, Safed Chaunsa, Anwar Ratol and Duseri — are available for visitors. Also, mango products including juices, ice creams and cakes are on sale. (TNN)
Business Recorder
07-07-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
Farmers push for govt support as climate change, water shortage threaten Pakistan's mango industry
KARACHI: The government needs to adopt modern techniques and technologies to protect mangoes, said progressive farmers and food technologists while talking to Business Recorder. Nabi Bux Sathio, Senior Vice President at the Sindh Chamber of Agriculture (SCA), said fewer mangoes grew this year, compared to last year, due to several factors. 'Firstly, nearly 15-20% of the fruit fell from trees prematurely due to dust and thunderstorms. Secondly, there was an acute water shortage at the time of fruiting. 'Both climate change and water scarcity took a heavy toll on the fruit yield and size,' said Sathio. He said that the government has set no target for mangoes as it is categorized neither as a major nor a minor crop, but as a fruit. In Sindh, mango orchards cover nearly 100,000 acres. Traditionally, the top five mango-producing districts in the province are Mirpurkhas, Tando Allahyar, Matiari, Khairpur and Tando Jam of Hyderabad district, where 90% of Sindh's mangoes are cultivated. Meanwhile, 70% of mangoes in Punjab are grown in Multan, with the remaining 30% produced in Bahawalpur and other areas. In terms of overall production, Sindh accounts for over 60% of the country's output. The rest, especially Chaunsa, are grown in Punjab. Sindh is known for varieties such as Sindhri, Chaunsa, Anwar Ratol, Langra, Daseri, Baingan Phalli, Gulab Khas and others. Mango began to reach markets from May 1 to July 31. After July, cold storage mangoes or varieties from Multan become available. Speaking to Business Recorder, Sathio urged authorities, including the Indus River System Authority (IRSA), Sindh Irrigation Department and others, to ensure 100% water supply to orchards during the season. 'There is a one-and-half-month harvest window, and farmers wait nearly 10 months to earn a decent living. The fruit takes 90 to 100 days to mature, during which four water cycles are required to ensure proper fruiting, sweetness, weight and size,' Sathio said. Local mangoes are high in demand internationally. Mangoes from Sindh are mostly exported, while mangoes from Punjab are utilized in juices, with only 2-3% being exported. However, when it comes to mango export, it is not just about picking ripe fruit, ''it's a science', said Sindh Agriculture University (SAU) Institute of Sciences and Technology Associate Professor Dr Aasia Akbar Panhwar. 'In Pakistan, we have seen how simple post-harvest mistakes lead to high rejection rates at international ports,' she said. She informed that the institute has initiated training farmers on proper harvesting techniques. 'Hot water treatment (HWT) became essential. This step kills fruit fly larvae and meets the phytosanitary standards of countries like Japan and the USA. 'We also introduced mechanical brushing to remove field residues and controlled de-sapping to keep mangoes blemish-free,' she said. Equally important was quality packaging that maintains humidity, minimises damage, and promotes traceability. 'These interventions, though simple, made a profound difference. Exporters who adopted them saw fewer rejections and better prices,' she said. Moreover, the government should play a proactive role in establishing centralized mango processing and treatment facilities, particularly in major mango-producing regions such as Mirpurkhas, Tando Jam Multan, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur and DI Khan. However, any smallholder farmers in these areas lack access to essential post-harvest infrastructure, including HWT units, mechanized grading and sorting lines, and export-compliant packaging systems. Government-led investment in such facilities would ensure compliance with international phytosanitary standards, reduce post-harvest losses, and significantly improve the marketability of Pakistani mangoes abroad. This would not only enhance export volumes but also increase farmers' income and strengthen Pakistan's position in the global fruit market. Moreover, these plants can function as training and demonstration hubs, promoting awareness and adoption of good agricultural and post-harvest practices among growers, packers, and exporters, thereby building a more resilient and value-driven mango supply chain. Protection of mangoes: Mangoes can be protected through integrated pest management (IPM), timely harvesting, and post-harvest treatments. Pre-harvest protection includes bagging of fruits, the use of pheromone traps, and biological control to minimize insect damage. Meanwhile, post-harvest, fruits should be handled carefully to avoid bruising, and treated with hot water or fungicides to prevent decay. Cold chain management, hygienic packing, and transportation under controlled temperatures further protect quality. Awareness and training of growers on best practices and monitoring systems also play a vital role in reducing losses and improving fruit safety and export potential. What are Phytosanitary protocols? Phytosanitary protocols are scientific measures implemented to prevent the spread of pests and diseases essential to international trade. For mango exports, these protocols include HWT, vapour heat treatment, pest-free area certification, and proper documentation and traceability. They are enforced under the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) and vary by importing country. Compliance ensures that exported mangoes are free from quarantine pests like fruit flies and fungal pathogens. Adherence to these standards minimizes rejection risks, maintains the importing country's biosecurity, and safeguards the exporting country's market reputation and access.
