143ha paddy project set to boost modern agriculture in Meradong
MERADONG: Approximately 143 hectares of land here have been approved for paddy cultivation, to be jointly developed by Onemas Agriculture Sdn Bhd and Land Custody and Development Authority (LCDA). Meradong assemblyman Datuk Ding Kuong Hiing said the initiative goes beyond a typical agricultural project, positioning itself as a key catalyst for local economic growth. “I […]
Support reaffirmed as Tawang Baa paddy project advances
KUCHING: A working visit was held at the paddy cultivation project site in Tawang Baa, Padawan, to assess its progress, impact and long-term potential in supporting sustainable agriculture and improving rural livelihoods. Sarawak Skills said the project, implemented by them and funded by Yayasan Hasanah and is emerging as a community-driven model for agricultural innovation […]
Bernas disburses RM90mil aid to support paddy farmers
SHAH ALAM: Padiberas Nasional Berhad (Bernas) has reaffirmed its commitment to the welfare of Malaysian paddy farmers with the full disbursement of the RM90 million Special Aid Allocation to the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (MAFS). The move underscores Bernas’ pledge to support the Madani government’s efforts to uplift the livelihoods of underprivileged farmers […]
Bidayuh farmers hit as paddy damaged by floods
SERIAN: The recent floods that hit several areas of Sarawak since Jan 29 have left Bidayuh paddy farmers in Kampung Sebemban grappling with losses as their crops were submerged just weeks before harvest. For decades, the villagers had only experienced minor flooding during the king tide. However, this time was different. Suhoi Yun, a 73-year-old […]
No local white rice shortage in Sarawak; weather, disease cited for shortage in other parts of Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR: While there are no reports of local white rice shortage in Sarawak, uncertain weather and diseases throughout the last harvest season between April and August have caused supply shortage resulting in slight ‘interruptions’ in the market in other parts of the country. Farmers Organisation Authority (LPP) deputy director of development Amir Mat Amin […]
Rising from the ashes
‘Fire is something you can look at for hours before you realise its other properties: it destroys and it creates.’ – Adrian Matejka, No sane person would ever want to shout or hear the dreaded four-letter word, but there it was, repeated rapidly over and over. “Fire! Fire! Fire!” came the desperate and unmistakable cries, […]
Paddy farmers to reap benefits
KUCHING: The research lab for Biris paddy in Simunjan is expected to increase crop produce as well as market its product locally once it is completed in the next three months, said Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture Malaysia (MOTAC) Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri. Nancy, who is also Batang Sadong MP, said the state government […]
Beras Biris makes debut in the peninsula
KUCHING: Kenyalang Beras Biris, which is synonymous to the Simunjan and Gedong districts, is now available in high end supermarkets in Peninsular Malaysia. Its foray was launched by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg at Lalaport in Kuala Lumpur today. In an immediate reaction Batang Sadong MP Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said […]
Harvesting paddy the tried and tested way
BY SITI NURAIN RATANI The scenic paddy fields of Kampung Mang, Samarahan are sure to captivate the hearts of many. The fields are now golden yellow, indicating that the paddy is ready to be harvested. Despite the existence of paddy harvesting technology, the villagers here still use traditional methods. According to them, the method was […]
DID Paddy Scheme rice to be commercialised
KUCHING: Rice harvested from the Drainage and Irrigation Department (DID) Paddy Scheme in Tanjung Purun will be commercialised for the local market. According to a Sarawak Public Communications Unit (Ukas) report, Tanjung Datu assemblywoman Datuk Amar Jamilah Anu said the paddy planted was the MR269 type and only took 90 days to ripen compared to […]