Pak olive oil secures Silver Award
The award was presented to Loralai Olives, a leading Pakistani olive oil brand, recognised for its exceptional purity, sustainable production methods, and world-class packaging.
Out of more than 1,200 entries from around the globe, Pakistan's olive oil stood out, marking a significant milestone in the country's evolving olive industry.
Italy has played a pivotal role as a steady and visionary partner in Pakistan's olive oil journey. Through early-stage plantations, technical exchanges, farmer training, and mill infrastructure development, Italian-funded projects have laid a strong foundation for the industry's growth.
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