Mushroom cultivation: A therapy for seniors

Staying at home during the pandemic did not stop the members from Sarawak Gerontology and Geriatrics Society (SGGS) from continuing an active lifestyle. Recently, SGGS organised a mushroom cultivation activity for its members at home, with online guidance and tutorial from instructors. Nurturing patience, care and hope Age should not hinder one from continuing an […]

Mushroom for growth

Mushroom farming is one of the most profitable agri-business that you can start with a low investment and less space. Its cultivation is growing gradually as an alternative source of income for many people. Making the right decision BY SITI NURAIN RATANI Her deep interest in entrepreneurship and determination for success inspired 36-year-old Dayangku Khalizawati […]

Spawning a mushroom business

Whenever Mohammad Zakaria Jamsari wants fresh mushrooms, all he needs to do is just pluck some from his mushroom nursery. Operating in the backyard of his house here in Jalan Bukit Siol, Petra Jaya, Zakaria’s little farm has evolved into a small mushroom production hub. From hobby to serious business Starting off as just a […]

Swiftlet farming, mushroom cultivation lucrative

BINTULU: Rural folk in Selangau are urged to take advantage of the agriculture schemes provided by the state government to help increase their household incomes. Citing swiftlet farming and mushroom cultivation, Assistant Minister in the Chief Minister’s Department (Native Laws and Customs), Datuk John Sikie Tayai said these two activities were capable of generating lucrative […]