Rice industry sinking, farmers warn ahead of Putrajaya gathering to protest floor price
They say the amount under discussion is disproportionate to their current operating costs following the removal of diesel subsidies last year.
Amanah leader welcomes FT mufti bill to prevent Malaysia 'from going the way of Indonesia'
The stance contrasts with the views of some Muslim scholars and rights groups, who consider the bill to be sectarian and unconstitutional.
Malay rice mills say facing extinction as complaints remain on 'cartels', monopolies
This is despite the community's traditional link to the padi plantation sector.
Agriculture ministry to propose use of subsidised imported rice at govt premises
Minister Mohamad Sabu says this will allow more local rice in the market.
Local white rice production to recover within a month, says Mat Sabu
The agriculture and food security minister says several measures have been taken through the Special Local White Rice Programme.
Umno Youth slams Mat Sabu over political appointments at agro agencies
Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh says the appointments are against the principles of the government and Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim himself.
In clean sweep, Mat Sabu appoints PH men to head agro-linked agencies
The appointments have been approved by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
Domestic egg production showing signs of stability, says Mat Sabu
The agriculture and food security minister says the production of eggs might reach the export level by the end of the year.
Wee reveals call from Deepak as PMO dragged into egg issue
The Ayer Hitam MP says he believes that someone was using the name of the Prime Minister's Office.
Egg imports borne by company, no public funds involved, says ministry
The agriculture and food security ministry says no subsidies are provided for the matter.
Blog shows photos of Mat Sabu with businessman Deepak on 'chicken egg trip'
The photos are likely to renew questions raised earlier in Parliament on the supply of chicken eggs from India.
Chicken and egg prices to be floated after June
Agriculture and Food Security Minister Mohamad Sabu says this is part of the government's efforts to overcome food shortages in the country.
