Doing Good for Pakistan

The packaged food sector contributes to nutrition, rural and urban employment, and export earnings. It also creates jobs across farming, manufacturing, logistics, and retail. PAFI works with members to ensure products meet safety standards, support small supplier programmes, and reach underserved communities. We also coordinate efforts to strengthen distribution during emergencies so essential food items remain accessible when people need them most.

Benefits of Packaged Foods

Consistent Nutrition and Fortified Products for Vulnerable Populations

PAFI is committed to produce fortified foods that help fill nutritional gaps for communities with limited access to balanced diets. These products deliver essential vitamins and minerals in a reliable, affordable way.

Safe Labelling and Quality Control through Regulated Production

PAFI will certify strict labelling rules and standardized manufacturing processes to ensure consumers know exactly what they’re buying. This regulated system keeps products safe, traceable, and consistent across markets.

Longer Shelf Life Reduces Food Loss and Improves Food Security

Modern processing and packaging techniques extend the life of food products, preventing spoilage across long distances. In this way PAFI is contributing to reducing waste and ensuring stable access to essential items year-round.

Supporting resource:
“Packaged Food Fact Sheet”

Sustainable Practices

The industry is taking practical steps to reduce its environmental footprint and improve social outcomes across the food supply chain. Many manufacturers are investing in energy-efficient technologies that lower emissions and make production cleaner. Companies are also rolling out water stewardship programmes to use water more responsibly and protect local resources.

On the packaging front, businesses are testing new materials and recycling pilots to cut down on waste and encourage more circular practices. Alongside this, our supplier code of conduct (link) helps ensure fair, ethical behaviour, while dedicated projects support smallholders so they can earn better incomes and become stronger partners in the industry.