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Kelantan has committed RM3.64 million to drive agricultural development across 10 projects this year, spanning crop cultivation, livestock breeding, and fisheries expansion as the state prioritises food security.
Malaysia's temporary suspension of five Thai shrimp species is heading toward resolution by mid-August, Agriculture Minister Mohamad Sabu announced, as the nation pursues stricter fishery product controls.
Malaysia's Agriculture Minister Mohamad Sabu met with EU-ASEAN Business Council leadership to advance cooperation on food security, agricultural technology, and ongoing free trade agreement negotiations between the two blocs.
Malaysia is targeting a minimum rubber price of RM5 per kilogramme by the end of 2027 to improve livelihoods for over 500,000 smallholders. Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid emphasizes the need for new strategies beyond global market forces.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has attributed Felda's nearly RM10 billion in losses to mismanagement and political interference, rather than inefficiencies by the settlers themselves. He stressed that those responsible for overseeing the agency failed in their duties.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed the importance of strengthening FELDA to uplift settlers and their families, while ensuring economic sustainability and addressing challenges facing younger-generation farmers.