ISLAMABAD (March 07 2004): Minister for Food, Agriculture and Live Stocks Sardar Yar Mohammad Rind has said wheat and flour position will be totally in control within two-three days, all over the country.

Speaking in a PTV programme, he said in view of the wheat position of the country, wheat was imported but, unfortunately, the shipment was sub-standard that's why it was rejected after laboratory tests.

He said, with the commencement of harvesting from March 15 in Sindh province the wheat position would begin to improve ending the chances of its shortage and improving the overall stock position in the country.

"Certain measures have also been taken by the government for the smooth provision of this essential commodity," he said, adding, "there are sufficient wheat stocks in all provinces, except Sindh, and within few days the situation will also be in total grip there."

"There is no shortage of wheat in the country and it has sufficient stocks to meet the requirements," he added.

He said from April 15, harvesting would also be started in the Punjab province.

Courtesy Business Recorder