Professional Brief

Abdul Rahim Khan – Postharvest & Food Technologist

With over 35 years of experience in postharvest management and food products processing technology. He belongs to the pioneer team member of postharvest technology R & D of fresh fruits, vegetables and cold storage modernization in Pakistan. Abdul Rahim Khan is a leading expert in the field of agricultural innovation and transformation. His journey began in the early 1990s and has since spanned across private and public sectors, international collaborations, and countless developmental initiatives.

Mr. Khan specializes in post-harvest technology, food processing, cold chain solutions, and value addition of fruits, vegetables, cereals, and grains. He has served as a  Senior Scientist at the prestigious Ayub Agricultural Research Institute (AARI), where he played a vital role in advancing postharvest R&D through the Post Harvest Research Centre.  

He has collaborated with international organizations such as UNDP, ADB, AVRDC, HortCRSP, ASLP, FAO, CIP and USAID and worked closely with global retail giants including Metro. His expertise in designing cold storage systems, developing functional food products, and guiding machinery innovation has supported both public and private sector initiatives across Pakistan.

Mr. Khan is also a passionate educator and mentor. He has conducted nationwide training programs, developed outreach materials, and provided guidance to students, PhD scholars, entrepreneurs, exporters, and smallholder farmers.

Currently, he continues to serve as a Subject Matter Expert and consultant for various national and international firms, offering tailored solutions in postharvest technology, food processing, supply chain management, capacity building, SME development and women empowerment.

Three books and fifty-five national & international papers, articles and pamphlets are on his professional credit. 

He strongly believes:

“Vision is directly proportional to Dedication and Passion.”