Bulk acquisition of farming input to offset rising cost
AMONG the important steps to reduce the impact of the rising farming cost is the bulk acquisition of farming input by the State Farmers’ Organisation Sarawak (PPNS). Deputy Minister of Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development, Martin Ben said that through this acquisition, it is hoped that a more competitive price can be offered to […]
Agriculture and Food Security Ministry bracing for hot spell
KLANG: All departments and agencies under the Agriculture and Food Security Ministry are gearing up and constantly monitoring the hot spell that is expected to affect the country’s agriculture sector. Its minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu, said the country’s agricultural stock is still under control, and the ministry would ensure an adequate supply of daily necessities. “Our officers, such […]
It’s Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development Ministry now
KUCHING: The Ministry of Modernisation Agriculture and Regional Development has been renamed as the Ministry of Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development. This was announced by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg when officiating at the Congress on Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security (COSAFS 2022) at The Waterfront Hotel today. “This change […]
Rural folk urged to plant cash crops
BINTULU: Rural folk are urged to adopt new methods of cultivating crops in order to sustain their household incomes. In particular, Assistant Minister in the Chief Minister’s Department (Native Laws and Customs) Datuk John Sikie Tayai encouraged them to plant cash crops to boost their overall production and make more money. He spoke at an […]
Oil Palm: From ornamental to commercial
Palm oil is one of the world’s most lucrative natural commodity. While the cultivation of oil palm can take years, the harvest, on the other hand, depends on the current climate. Nonetheless, the crop is much needed for our everyday life. It is the miracle ingredient in everything: from food, to personal care and cosmetics, […]
