SFC busts wildlife, agarwood smuggling syndicate in Limbang
LIMBANG: The Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC), in collaboration with several enforcement agencies, recently carried out a coordinated intelligence-led operation to dismantle a syndicate in the smuggling and processing of agarwood and illegal wildlife trade, with suspected international links. Following an initial arrest in Miri on Nov 28, 2024, SFC launched a joint enforcement effort known […]
SFC sets tourism benchmark for 2026
KUCHING: Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) has set a high benchmark for tourism quality ahead of Visit Malaysia Year 2026, after receiving the Malaysia Tourism Quality Assurance (MyTQA) Silver Award for Wind Cave and Fairy Cave in Bau. The award was presented during a ceremony organised by the Sarawak Office of the Ministry of Tourism, Arts […]
Sarawak bird’s nest industry secures tax-free re-export to China
KUCHING: The Sarawak Bird’s Nest Merchants Association has successfully facilitated the re-export of 225 kilogrammes of processed edible bird’s nests to China without additional export tax. Its president Loh Siaw Kuei said the effort came in response to a request from four processed edible bird’s nest factories, whose exports were returned due to the Newcastle […]
SFC confirms Sei whale discovery in Sarawak waters
KUCHING: The dead whale found in Batang Lupar, Sri Aman Division three weeks ago has been identified as a Sei whale. This identification was confirmed through a Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) test conducted by the Forensic and Genetic Resource Section of the Biodiversity Conservation and Research Division, Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC), with reference to the National […]
SFC’s Wisma Lestari nears completion, operational by January 2025
BY JAMES WONG AND NURA V LORNA KUCHING: Sarawak Forestry Corporation’s (SFC) new six-story office tower and forensic centre, named ‘Wisma Lestari’ by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, is expected to be operational by January 2025. SFC CEO Abang Arabi Abang Aimran said the building construction has reached 99 percent completion. […]
SFC warns of croc dangers near rivers, drains after two attacks
KUCHING: The Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) has urged members of the public to be vigilant and cautious of their surroundings following recent crocodile attacks. In a statement on its Facebook page, SFC warned that continuous rain has led to rising water levels, which may bring crocodiles closer to residential areas. “Crocodiles will surface with rising […]
SFC, Wildlife Management International sign MoA on wildlife management
DARWIN: A landmark memorandum of agreement (MoA) was signed between the Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) and Wildlife Management International (WMI), marking a new era of collaboration in wildlife management and conservation between Sarawak and Australia’s Northern Territories. Among those who witnessed the signing ceremony yesterday (Aug 8) at Crocodylus Park here, were Deputy Premier Datuk […]
SFC probes dolphin death at Lundu beach
LUNDU: The Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) has launched an investigation into the death of a juvenile dolphin found washed ashore at the Union Yes Retreat and Training Centre at Siar beach here on Wednesday (May 22). In a Facebook post, SFC stated that the carcass was discovered by staff member Fanddy Ahmad Rosli around 2.20pm. […]
Stop the crocodile attacks
‘These crocodiles are becoming bolder and entering urban areas, possibly due to population growth and other factors.’ – Women, Family and Community Development Minister, Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri. IN the tourism world, Sarawak is well known as the “Land of the Hornbills”. Hornbills, you see, are important cultural symbols for the Dayak people and represent […]
SFC’s study visits enhance knowledge on national parks
MIRI: Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) staff embarked on an enriching journey, delving into the heart of nature’s wonders through immersive study visits to Gunung Mulu National Park, Niah National Park, and Piasau Nature Reserve. SFC’s Facebook post stated the trip was to acquaint them with the region’s central hub and enriching their understanding through study […]
