Core functions of PSC include procurement, processing, production and marketing of high quality seeds with the objective to enhance agricultural production and make the province agriculturally self sufficient and sustainable:
- Procurement and import of Pre-basic seed;
- Production and proper multiplication of basic seed;
- Multiplication, procurement, processing, bagging and storage of certified seed;
- Adequate marketing of certified seed through both the public and private sector;
- Export of the certified seed when possible after meeting the national requirements;
- Taking over and managing the Punjab Agricultural Development Supplies Corporation Seed Farms as directed by the Government on such terms and conditions as may be prescribed;
- Making suitable arrangements for the multiplication of seeds on private farms under its supervision;
- Making suitable arrangements for the certification of seed in such manner as may be prescribed;
- Taking all measures to promote the establishment of the seed industry in the Province;
- Rendering technical advice and other services to its registered growers; and
- Contributing towards the cost of any studies, services, experiment or technical research connected with the functions of the Corporation and undertaken or done by any other person, agency or body