Study on padi and rice industry still ongoing - KPKM
MyCC is still conducting a study on the country's padi and rice industry, including allegations of the existence of a cartel within it.
Fri Jul 12 2024
94 online rice sale ads removed as of May 31 - KPKM
KPKM said that checks found the rice being sold was believed to have been sourced from unauthorised suppliers.
Wed Jul 03 2024
KPKM will not protect quarters involved in rice, padi cartel - Mohamad Sabu
KPKM is prepared to provide any information to MyCC if there is indeed a rice cartel, said Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu.
Mon Apr 15 2024
Gutsy woman excels in farming, rakes in lucrative income
Rosmarizan Mohd Bakari cultivates 50 acres of padi land in Pasir Puteh, while also starting to cultivate sugarcane near her home in Ketereh.
Fri Mar 08 2024
MyCC ready to investigate cartel elements in national rice, padi industry - Armizan
The ministry is ready to investigate if there is evidence of cartel activities in the country's rice industry, said Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali.
Tue Feb 20 2024
MyCC says ready to discuss padi, rice competition concerns with ministry’s office
A meeting between MyCC and the Office of Paddy and Rice Monitoring is scheduled for Jan 19, 2024.
Wed Jan 10 2024
RM37 million in social obligation funds not received by MAFI - Audit
According to the report, this happened as a result of the weaknesses of MAFI's monitoring of the concession agreement's terms.
Thu Feb 16 2023
Padi farmer arrested for alleged drug trafficking
The secret of a padi farmer leading a luxurious lifestyle in Kampung Pasir Akar, Jertih was exposed after he was nabbed on suspicion of being involved in drug trafficking activities.
Sun Jan 08 2023
Bernas issue should be seen from perspective of protecting farmers' interest
This issue (rice import monopoly) involves the people and for the welfare of the padi farmers, Rathakrishanan said.
Thu Dec 08 2022
Over RM1.53 billion spent to help padi farmers
Ronald Kiandee said for now, the government does not intend to review the guaranteed minimum price of rice that has been set.
Tue Oct 04 2022
MAHA 2022: A year's free supply of rice awaits lucky BERNAS visitor
Visitors to the BERNAS exhibition site at Laman Padi can also enjoy the special bubur lambuk.
Wed Aug 03 2022
MAHA 2022: Laman Padi 'Happy Hour' offers 5kg of rice for only RM10
Azman said said his division will also launch a new IoT that can identify the type of soil and weather suitable for planting rice seeds.
Tue Aug 02 2022
Cloud seeding over Bukit Merah catchment area as dam levels dip
The government will carry out cloud seeding operations in the catchment area of the Bukit Merah dam in what is hoped to be a solution to overcome dry conditions in the area.
Sat Jun 11 2022
King, Queen convey Gawai Day greetings
The Gawai Day celebration marks the beginning of a new padi planting season.
Wed Jun 01 2022
'No good place to stop it': More people flee New Mexico wildfire
The United States' largest active wildfire triggers evacuations in another county as firefighters saw no way to stop the blaze.
Wed May 11 2022
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