Pakistan, Aug. 25 -- The Punjab government has imposed a new tax on 136 fruits and vegetables entering markets. The new levy will apply to farm produce when it reaches the market. The move is expected to increase costs for small farmers.Filing Income Taxes

The provincial government has issued a notification outlining the collection of the new tax. Under the notification, farmers will face the levy when they bring their crops to market. The measure covers a wide range of fruits and vegetables.

Officials have included 136 different fruits and vegetables under the new tax. The levy will apply to produce arriving at markets for sale. Farmers will therefore face the additional charge during the marketing process.

The new measure comes dire...