Matar Price in Pakistan Today (Green Peas Rate per kg) | November 2026
The matar price in Pakistan (مٹر / green peas) today is Rs. 315 – Rs. 330 per kg in the official Lahore rate list (3 November 2026). This is early-season matar, so the rate is high; as the main crop from Punjab arrives in December–January, the green peas price usually drops a lot.
Matar (Green Peas) Rate Today in Pakistan (per kg)
| Variety / grade | Grade A (اول) | Grade B (دوم) |
|---|---|---|
| Matar / green peas (in pod) | Rs. 330 | Rs. 315 |
Source: Official retail rate list, Market Committee Lahore / Food Safety and Consumer Protection Department, 3 November 2026 (price per kg). Prices in other cities are usually within 10–20% of Lahore rates.
The rate above is for peas in pods. About 40–50% of pod weight is shelled peas, so 1 kg of pods gives roughly 400–500 g of matar daane. Frozen peas sold in packs are priced separately by brand.
Matar Varieties in Pakistan
- Meteor – early variety, ready in about 60 days.
- Climax – popular high-yield variety in Punjab.
- Peas-2009 – locally developed variety (NARC).
- Imported hybrid seed – used by commercial growers near cities.
Matar Season in Pakistan
Peas are sown in October–November and picked from December to March. Early sowings and hill areas give the first expensive crop in October–November. Main areas are Sheikhupura, Kasur, Okara, Sahiwal and other parts of central Punjab, plus Swat and other KP valleys for off-season peas.
Health Benefits of Green Peas
- Good source of plant protein and fibre.
- Contains vitamin K, vitamin C and folate.
- Used in matar pulao, aloo matar, keema matar and qeema.
- Peas can be frozen at home in peak season for use all year.
How to Buy Matar
- Choose bright green, firm, well-filled pods.
- Avoid yellow or dry pods – the peas will be hard and starchy.
- Shell peas just before cooking for the best taste.
- Buy in bulk in January–February when the price is lowest and freeze them.
Matar Price – FAQs
What is the matar price in Pakistan today?
Rs. 315 – Rs. 330 per kg (in pod) in the Lahore official rate list (3 November 2026).
Why is matar expensive in November?
It is the early crop; the main harvest comes in December–March.
What is matar called in English?
Matar (مٹر) is green peas.
When is matar cheapest?
Usually January to February.
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