Drone technology transforms farm management for Malaysian farmers
In agriculture, drones are being used to spray fertilisers and pesticides, speeding up processes and reducing reliance on manual labour.
Tue Nov 05 2024
[COLUMNIST] Work on concrete measures to improve our environment
According to Environmental Performance Index, Malaysia still rely heavily on pesticides in agricultural activities.
Mon Mar 18 2024
Use helicopters to handle bagworm threat - DPM Fadillah
Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said use of helicopters to spray bio-pesticides tackled the problem that causes RM100 mln in losses annually.
Mon Jun 26 2023
Selangor LKIM director charged with bribery
Khusairi Husain is accused of accepting RM5,000 bribe in cash, allegedly in return for appointing a supplier for seeds, fertilisers and pesticides.
Wed Jul 20 2022
This sensor could detect pesticides in fruits and vegetables within minutes
To better detect the presence of pesticide residue in food products, researchers have developed an inexpensive and reproducible solution!
Sat Jun 11 2022
Govt to come up with laws to control price of pesticides, fertilisers - Willie Mongin
The government will come up with a policy to control the price of fertilisers and pesticides in order to help farmers and smallholders.
Fri Dec 10 2021
MAFI proposes additional incentives to farmers to address fertiliser, pesticide price hikes
MAFI has submitted a proposal to the Finance Ministry (MOF) to offer additional incentives to farmers who have been affected by the increasing costs of fertilisers and pesticides.
Thu Dec 02 2021
Govt seeks solution for farmers, breeders facing higher pesticide, fertiliser prices
MAFI is working to find the best solution to help farmers and livestock breeders who are affected by the rising costs of fertilisers and pesticides.
Sun Nov 28 2021
Gov't allocates RM262 mln to assist farmers hit by hike in price of fertilisers, pesticides - PM
Of the amount, RM62 million would be channeled through the NAFAS as an addition to the subsidy allocation and paddy incentive.
Fri Nov 26 2021
MAFI mulls targeted subsidies, incentives to address rising input costs
MAFI and KPDNHEP have always been concerned over the increase in prices for fertilisers and pesticides.
Tue Nov 16 2021
The oranges and grapes we eat are infested with pesticides
Scientists found pesticide residues, toxic to human health and the environment, some of them carcinogenic on both the fruits.
Sat Oct 02 2021
California sea lions face 'unprecedented rate of cancer'
The study found two leading culprits behind the high cancer rates - long-banned chemical pesticides and cancer-causing herpes virus.
Tue Jun 08 2021
No drugs, pesticides detected in Nora Anne's body - Chemist
The three specimens obtained from the body of the Franco-Irish teenager Nora Anne Quoirin, including her liver, on Aug 19 last year, found no trace of common drugs.
Wed Sep 02 2020
Malaysian activist, Sarojeni Rengam to the fore
Malaysian activist, Sarojeni Rengam has joined the ranks of nominees for an international award for her work in mainstreaming gender issues and displaying women leadership in battling pesticides.
Fri Mar 24 2017
Bayer buys Monsanto for US$66 bn after months-long pursuit
German chemicals giant Bayer said Wednesday it had agreed to buy the controversial US seeds and pesticides firm Monsanto for US$66 billion.
Wed Sep 14 2016
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