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[COLUMNIST] Agriculture sector need more than subsidies to boost productivity and food security
To increase agricultural productivity, a combination of financial, logistical, and technological supportsisneeded.
Thu Jun 20 2024

Selangor Sultan wants state govt to prepare comprehensive agricultural production plan
The Sultan of Selangor wants the state government to prepare a comprehensive long-term plan covering aspects of food supply security, especially for the people in the state.
Wed Aug 10 2022

China will do more to enhance bilateral ties and people to people contact - Wang Yi
China is ready to import more palm oil, tropical fruits and other agricultural products from Malaysia, said China State Councillor and Foreign Affairs Minister, Wang Yi.
Tue Jul 12 2022

Mechanisation technology to boost agricultural productivity - Ronald
The use of mechanisation technology in the agricultural sector can reduce dependence on manpower, in turn ensuring the country's food production is not affected.
Sat Mar 26 2022

MOSTI conducting studies to reduce cost of agricultural production
MOSTI is conducting several studies to reduce costs related to the production of agricultural products in the country.
Sat Nov 27 2021

Peladang Outlet to cut role of middlemen - Ronald
The rebranding will also increase the centres commercial value and raise consumer awareness on the existence of Peladang brand.
Fri Apr 09 2021

Meat in three containers seized from godown in Puchong
Following the inspection, the meat is believed from abattoirs not approved by the government.
Sun Feb 07 2021

2021 Budget: Focus on tourism, target groups and efforts to overcome COVID-19 - Ahmad Faizal
The government needs to reduce its dependence on imports of agricultural products.
Sat Oct 31 2020

Agro-food sector needs to be more dynamic, modern, innovative - Najib
Incorporating technology and innovation into the sector can propel Malaysia to become leading world agricultural product exporters, the Prime Minister says.
Sat Nov 28 2015

Trump refutes China's claim of no trade talks
'We've been meeting with China' Trump says vaguely but gave no names or details.
Fri Apr 25 2025

China considers exempting some goods from US tariffs
Some recent imports from US have not been subject to tariffs, AmChan says, citing members.
Fri Apr 25 2025

Indonesia wants 'fair and square' trade in US tariff talks
Indonesia is prioritising its national interests in its ongoing negotiations over US tariffs, its senior economic minister says.
Fri Apr 25 2025

China defends global trade system amid US tariff tensions, says Ambassador
China does not seek war but is not afraid of it, and would fight if necessary, says Zheng Zeguang.
Fri Apr 25 2025

China warns G20 global economic growth 'insufficient', trade tensions weaken momentum
China supports dialogue and consultation "on equal footing" to settle trade and tariff disputes, says Finance Minister Lan Foan.
Fri Apr 25 2025
Niaga SPOTLIGHT | Agri-Tech: Malaysia's Strategic Pivot to Food Sovereignty
In Malaysia, a surprisingly small portion of agricultural land is dedicated to food production. Approximately 1.2 million hectares only are used for food crops, while the majority is used for oil palm (71.4%) and rubber (11.9%)
In such a scenario, it’s essential to pivot Malaysia’s food sovereignty via AgriTech.
NIAGA SPOTLIGHT features Dr Jay Desan, Co-Founder, BoomGrow and Chef Norazizi bin Taslim, Executive Chef, discussing BoomGrow - a homegrown AgriTech startup at the forefront of this transformation, via 5G-enabled, AI-powered vertical farms across Malaysia.
#NiagaSpotlightWithTehminaKaoosji #501Awani #AwaniNews #AgriTech #5G #FoodSovereignity #SustainableFarming #FarmToTable #FutureOfWork #Malaysia #NiagaAWANI #AWANInews
In such a scenario, it’s essential to pivot Malaysia’s food sovereignty via AgriTech.
NIAGA SPOTLIGHT features Dr Jay Desan, Co-Founder, BoomGrow and Chef Norazizi bin Taslim, Executive Chef, discussing BoomGrow - a homegrown AgriTech startup at the forefront of this transformation, via 5G-enabled, AI-powered vertical farms across Malaysia.
#NiagaSpotlightWithTehminaKaoosji #501Awani #AwaniNews #AgriTech #5G #FoodSovereignity #SustainableFarming #FarmToTable #FutureOfWork #Malaysia #NiagaAWANI #AWANInews
Fri Apr 25 2025

Bilateral trade deal among topics discussed with USTR
Malaysia open to talks with US on trade deficit, non-tariff barriers, tech security, and possible bilateral trade deal.
Fri Apr 25 2025

What have been flashpoints in Canada-US relations?
Here are some highlights of recent US-Canada relations.
Fri Apr 25 2025

Tariffs may mean more US steel jobs. Will there be workers to fill them?
Trump's 25 pct steel tariffs mark his push to revive US manufacturing by taxing imports and boosting local industry.
Fri Apr 25 2025

Malaysia can be catalyst for ASEAN-China semiconductor, infrastructure integration - Economist
This fast-growing region, namely ASEAN plus China will likely double in economic size over the next decade, says Dr Yao Tang.
Fri Apr 25 2025