Pakistan's wheat sector is in crisis, revealing significant flaws in agricultural planning and food security policies. The Punjab government, led by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, has ordered traders to declare their wheat stocks within two weeks to combat falling production and rising prices. Current estimates suggest that wheat production in Punjab averages 33 maunds per acre, but national yields may fall over 20% short of the annual demand. This crisis is exacerbated by rising production costs, including fertilizers and labor, which have made wheat farming increasingly unprofitable for farmers. The flour milling industry has also pointed to inconsistent regulations and delayed financing as factors worsening the situation. Amid fears of shortages, traders have begun stockpiling wheat, further tightening supply. Economists argue that the government's intervention has been reactive rather than proactive, with calls for reforms that include flexible pricing and private-sector participation to ensure food security. As global grain markets remain unstable due to geopolitical tensions, Pakistan's wheat crisis poses a significant threat to its food supply and economic stability.