Hot spell, lack of machinery a double whammy for Malaysia’s farmers
The unusual weather has made soil preparation and water management difficult, delaying planting.
Agriculture
South Korea, Laos join hands to promote smart agricultural transformation
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Korean Ambassador to Laos, Mr Jung Yung Soo, celebrated 30 years of diplomatic ties and reaffirmed Korea’s commitment to supporting Laos’s…
Rice crisis: Agriculture minister considers review of Japan’s rice harvest statistics
Satellite, artificial intelligence, and other technologies would be used to determine how well rice crops have grown.
Vietnam, Thailand aim to grow rice exports to Japan
In both countries, production of japonica rice, which is the same short-grain variety as that produced in Japan, has been expanding amid a boom in washoku Japanese cuisine.
Global plant treaty may hurt Malaysian farmers: group
Federation of Vegetable Farmers Associations secretary Tan Chee Keong said many local farmers still use their own seeds as part of traditional farming practices. He said if…
Malaysia’s food security at risk
The country remains heavily dependent on imports for key produce like beef, mutton, cabbage, and chilli.
Pakistan’s agricultural sector teetering on the brink, warn stakeholders
Officials say that the overall production of important crops has seen a collective decrease of 13.49 per cent in FY25, and the overall agricultural sector growth has nosedived…
Cambodia’s government plans $35 million to support modern agricultural communities
This initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance agricultural quality and market competitiveness. The government also plans to expand the development of these communities…
Vietnam to export first batch of low-emission rice
Viernam is set to make a groundbreaking entry into the 'low-emission' rice market in Japan, with its first export shipment in June.
First mango shipment from Laos to China signalling agricultural trade era
The historic export marked a significant step in strengthening agricultural cooperation between Laos and China. It followed the 2023 agreement by both governments allowing the…