New ceiling prices for chicken, eggs to help curb big rise in food inflation - MIDF
The move to set new ceiling prices for chicken and eggs will help to limit potentially larger adjustment.
Thu Jun 30 2022
PELADANG-i Smart Card benefits almost 3,000 LPP members, surpasses MAFI's 100-day AKM target
The Farmers' Family Smart Card Initiative (PELADANG-i) has benefitted 2,877 members of Farmers' Organisation Authority (LPP) nationwide.
Thu Nov 25 2021
Two individuals, including civil servant remanded to assist in corruption probes
The Shah Alam Magistrate's Court issued a remand order for four days beginning today, to facilitate investigations into a bribery case.
Fri Sep 10 2021
Agri-tech Malaysia onward and upward
The IoT devices perform functions of a cloud, server and data centre but on local and customised scale.
Thu Apr 15 2021
MAFI offers financing to 82 entrepreneurs nationwide
The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industry (MAFI) has offered financing amounting to RM5 million to 82 entrepreneurs nationwide this year through the Farmers Organisation Authority (LPP).
Mon Sep 21 2020
Ex-NAFAS finance manager charged with corruption
A former senior finance manager of the National Farmers Organisation (NAFAS) was charged in the Sessions Court today with three counts of accepting gratification, totaling RM6,000.
Thu Aug 27 2020
RM62 million to help farmers affected by COVID-19 - Kiandee
A total of RM62 million has been allocated to farmers' organisations through the Prihatin Rakyat Economic Stimulus Package (PRIHATIN) to help its members affected by the COVID-19 outbreak.
Thu Aug 06 2020
COVID-19 impact: Young blood needed in agriculture for continuity
The implementation of the Movement Control Order (MCO) since March 18 had made an impact on the importance of sufficient food supply and why it must be made a priority.
Sat Jun 27 2020
Ministry satisfied with NAFAS' handling of subsidised fertilisers - Kiandee
The Agriculture and Food Industry Ministry is satisfied with the performance of the National Farmers' Organisation (NAFAS) in managing the supply of subsidised fertilisers to farmers.
Mon Jun 22 2020
Shabery dares FOA to create 'World Champion' product
The Farmers Organisation Authority (FOA) has been challenged to create a 'world champion' product to pave the way for local products to penetrate global markets.
Tue Feb 14 2017
Tajuddin: Tun M changing tactics to achieve his own political agenda
Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad is seen to be changing his tactics often in attempting to achieve his own political agenda, said UMNO Supreme Council member Datuk Seri Tajuddin Abdul Rahman.
Fri Nov 18 2016
Special formula for farmers, breeders and fishermen needed in Budget 2015
The farming, breeding and fishery economy needs to be uplifted with incentives, funding and improved marketing channels, the Sabah Farmers Organisation Authority says.
Thu Jun 26 2014
Rais: Sabah farmers can earn higher income
Farmers in Sabah have the capabilities to earn higher income with the assistance of the State Farmers' Organisation, says Tan Sri Dr Rais Yatim.
Thu Oct 17 2013
FOA Terengganu to invest RM500,000 in broiler chicken project
FOA Terengganu has invested RM500,000 in a broiler chicken project under its "azam tani" programme at Kampung Ranggon Kerteh.
Sun Aug 11 2013
Ismail Sabri calls on PPK to increase food production
Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob called on Area Farmers Organisations (PPK) to increase agro-based food production to accommodate growing local demand.
Sun Jun 30 2013
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024