Kot Addu, located in the agriculturally rich Muzaffargarh District of southern Punjab, Pakistan, benefits from fertile alluvial soils and an extensive canal irrigation system. As a result, agriculture forms the backbone of its local economy. Here’s an overview of the major crops grown in Kot Addu:
🌾 Major Crops of Kot Addu
1. Sugarcane (گنا)
One of the most significant cash crops in Kot Addu.
Supported by the presence of sugar mills such as Fatima Sugar Mills in Sanawan.
Grown mainly in the canal-irrigated lands between the Indus River and Taunsa Barrage.
2. Wheat (گندم)
Grown as a staple food crop during the rabi (winter) season.
Forms the dietary foundation for most households.
Sown in November–December and harvested in April–May.
3. Cotton (روئی / کپاس)
Traditionally a major cash crop for the region.
Used by the local textile industry and for cottonseed oil production.
Faces challenges in recent years due to climate change and pest attacks.
4. Rice (چاول)
Cultivated in specific areas with abundant water supply.
Basmati varieties are preferred for commercial and domestic consumption.
5. Maize (مکئی)
Grown both as a food crop and for animal fodder.
Popular in rural diets and often used in poultry feed production.
🍊 Fruits Grown in Kot Addu
1. Mangoes (آم)
Kot Addu produces high-quality mango varieties such as Chaunsa and Sindhri.
Harvested during May–August and widely exported across Pakistan.
2. Citrus (Kinnow Oranges – کینو)
Thrives in Kot Addu’s climate, especially in areas near orchards in rural tehsils.
Kinnow oranges are in demand locally and are exported to Middle Eastern and Central Asian countries.
3. Guava (امرود)
Grown year-round with major harvests in winter and spring.
Used both for direct consumption and processing into juices and jams.
🌿 Other Agricultural Products
Fodder crops like berseem and lucerne are cultivated to support livestock farming.
Vegetables such as okra, spinach, onions, tomatoes, and turnips are grown for local markets.
🌊 Irrigation & Support
Kot Addu benefits from:
A well-maintained canal network stemming from Taunsa Barrage.
Seasonal rainfall during monsoon (July–September).
Agricultural research and training from nearby centers like the Fatima Sugar R&D Centre.
