Farm mechanisation, fertilisation package for sweet potato cultivation can increase crop yield
Farm mechanisation and fertilisation package for sweet potato cultivation is capable of improving productivity, saving labour cost, increasing farm-scale crop yield and reducing dependence on imports.
Thu Sep 29 2022
MAFI, FAMA committed to hold JMKM nationwide
MAFI, through the Federal Agriculture Marketing Authority (FAMA), is committed to continuing with the JMKM throughout the country.
Sat Sep 03 2022
MAFI looking into increasing SSL for rice, meat, milk
Ahmad Hamzah said MAFI is now moving in that direction so as to meet the SSL and reduce our dependence on imported goods.
Thu Jul 21 2022
Poultry imports: To create stockpile for adequate supply
The government has given approval and incentives to NAFAS to import chickens from abroad to create a stockpile to ensure consumer needs are always met.
Sat Jul 16 2022
Chicken ceiling price: Win-win situation for consumers, chicken breeders
Starting today, the govt has set a ceiling price of RM9.40 and to provide RM1.20 subsidies to breeders for each kilogramme of chicken.
Fri Jul 01 2022
Bumper crop of durian being sold at affordable prices in Penang
There has been no durian glut currently in Penang even with a bumper crop this year as they are being sold at affordable prices.
Fri Jun 24 2022
MAFI: Adequate meat supply for Aidiladha
MAFI has assured adequate food supply including meat in conjunction with the upcoming Aidiladha celebration.
Sat Jun 18 2022
Local shrimp price steady over last six months
The price of local vannamei shrimps has remained steady at RM60 per kilogram (kg) over the past six months, said Agriculture and Food Industry Deputy Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Hamzah.
Wed Jun 08 2022
Govt to continue issuing AP to import chicken - MAFI
The government will continue to issue Approved Permits (AP) for local producers to import frozen whole chicken despite the subsidies given to poultry farmers.
Fri Feb 11 2022
Public urged to report fish bombing in rivers
Illegal fishing methods that use poison, bombs or electric shocks to haul in large catches would damage the ecosystem of marine life.
Mon Jan 24 2022
DAN 2.0, DSMN enhances food security, supply - MAFI
The ministry is confident that the strategy will be able to contribute to efforts towards strengthening the country's food security.
Wed Sep 29 2021
Rental waiver for traders at Farmers' Markets - FAMA
The Federal Agricultural Marketing Authority (FAMA) will provide rent exemption to farmers' market traders nationwide.
Sat Jul 17 2021
Aidiladha: Livestock supply sufficient despite halt of cattle import from Thailand
The supply of livestock is still sufficient to meet the demand for Hari Raya Aidiladha sacrificial slaughter, even though the import of cattle from Thailand has been suspended.
Sat Jul 17 2021
LSD: MAFI tightens checks on imported cattle country's border
MAFI through the Malaysian Quarantine and Inspection Services Department (MAQIS) has tightened checks on the entry of imported cattle at the country's border.
Sun Jun 06 2021
MAFI mulls reserving local chillies wholly for consumer market
Deputy Minister I Datuk Seri Ahmad Hamzah said the move would protect the interests of chili farmers and consumers, especially in terms of price.
Fri Jan 29 2021
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024