DPM Zahid: Review of agricultural land rental system implementation needed

DPM Zahid: Review of agricultural land rental system implementation needed

DUNGUN, March 17 — The implementation of the agricultural land rental system, especially for vegetables to local operators, needs to be reviewed to prevent the sector from being dominated by foreigners, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said. This is because local operators enjoying benefits rent out the land instead to foreigners to … Read more

El Nino: Water level at three Muda Agricultural Development Authority dams still under control

El Nino: Water level at three Muda Agricultural Development Authority dams still under control

ALOR SETAR, March 17 — The reservoirs in the three dams under the Muda Agricultural Development Authority (Mada) are still at a comfortable level and are sufficient to meet the needs of irrigation water for paddy planting and domestic use throughout the El Nino season. Mada in a statement today said until today the total … Read more

El Nino: Additional 150 pumps to address water supply issues in Kelantan, says Kemubu Agricultural Development Authority 

El Nino: Additional 150 pumps to address water supply issues in Kelantan, says Kemubu Agricultural Development Authority 

KOTA BARU, Feb 18 — The Kemubu Agricultural Development Authority (KADA) has taken the proactive step of providing an additional 150 units of pumps this year to overcome the anticipated water supply challenges caused by the El Nino phenomenon. Its chairman, Muhammad Husin, said these pumps would be deployed according to farmers’ current needs, covering … Read more

Thriving Roots Announces Global Expansion of Agricultural Consulting Services

Thriving Roots Announces Global Expansion of Agricultural Consulting Services

Silver City, Nevada, Feb. 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Nevada-based company Thriving Roots, LLC, renowned for its cost-effective season extension solutions, announces the expansion of its agricultural consulting services on a global scale. It aims to leverage years of industry experience and offer its expertise to a broader audience, showcasing its commitment to innovation. Thriving … Read more

Mosti launches food security sandbox for startups in agricultural sector, says minister

Mosti launches food security sandbox for startups in agricultural sector, says minister

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 20 — The Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (Mosti) today launched the Food Security Sandbox in line with its commitment to address the challenges of Malaysia’s food security. Advertisement Minister Chang Lih Kang said the Food Security Sandbox offers access to test sites in Pendang, Kedah and Chuping, Perlis with 100-hectare … Read more