Food & Fruit Processing

Dates & Venue

24–26 January 2026
Expo Centre, Lahore

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Food & Fruit
Processing.

Pakistan’s Food and Fruit Processing cluster stretches from agriculture-linked centers such as Mirpurkhas, Multan, and Sargodha to the commercial gateways of Karachi and Lahore, with northern supply lines reaching Gilgit and other producing belts.
SMEs convert farm output into juices, pulps and purees, concentrates, frozen and dried products, jams, sauces, pickles, and ingredient-grade inputs for food and beverage manufacturers. Competitive advantages come from proximity to raw materials, seasonal sourcing networks, adaptable processing lines, and improving packaging capability across multiple pack formats.
The cluster feeds domestic retail and foodservice demand and is increasingly positioned for export buyers seeking halal, origin-linked supply in the Middle East and beyond. Its differentiator is diversified sourcing across regions, which strengthens resilience and enables a wider product basket. Growth opportunities are strongest in cold-chain expansion, aseptic processing, export-grade food safety systems, waste-to-value by-products, and higher-margin branded convenience foods.

Exhibitors

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Experience a world of innovation, craftsmanship and enterprise across Pakistan’s dynamic SME sectors. Join us and be part of the future.

  • Saturday January 24th – 09:30am–6:00pm
  • Sunday January 25th – 10:00am–6:00pm
  • Monday January 26th – 10:00am–2:30pm

Step into a celebration of entrepreneurship and creativity. Discover the diversity of our small and medium enterprises, from agro-food and textiles to technology and crafts, and meet the makers who drive innovation across the country.

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