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Onion Harvest Increases in Kandahar Despite Agricultural Challenges

Kandahar's onion harvest rises to 68,000 tonnes despite reduced farmland, amid ongoing concerns over Taliban-era agricultural support and exports.

Afghanistan Sees Significant Drop in Wheat Production Amid Drought and Crop Pests

Wheat production in Afghanistan drops 24% in rainfed areas and 4% in irrigated fields, amid drought, plant pests, and lack…

Iran Emphasizes Boosting Trade Ties with Afghanistan via Chabahar Port

Iran urges expansion of trade with Afghanistan via Chabahar Port, citing infrastructure upgrades and calls to remove transit barriers.

Thousands of Afghan Cargo Containers Stranded at Pakistan Border

Afghan traders report over 12,000 cargo containers stuck at Pakistan border, urging Taliban to find alternative trade routes and resolve…

Taliban Sells Thousands of Carats of Panjshir Emeralds in Domestic Auction

Taliban sells 3,941 carats of emeralds from Panjshir for over six million Afghanis amid concerns over transparent resource management.

Reconstruction of Key Thori Bridge Begins in Faryab Province

Reconstruction of Thori Bridge in Faryab begins with over 3.7 million Afghanis, raising hopes and concerns over quality and transparency…

Imports via Khaf-Herat Railway Increase Fivefold, Taliban Claim

Imports via the Khaf-Herat railway from Iran to Afghanistan have increased fivefold, according to Taliban officials in Herat.