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New Straits Times
25-07-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Five-season padi planting in two years reforms country's padi ecosystem
JERLUN: The Five-Season Padi Cultivation Programme in the Muda Area in Kedah will bring about comprehensive reforms to the country's padi and rice industry ecosystem, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Anwar said this would at once reduce dependence on imports and strengthen the country's rice self-sufficiency rate. "This initiative is very close to my heart. Therefore, rapid implementation and effective coordination are very important to increase the capacity of local rice farmers and ensure more sustainable harvests," he said in a statement to the media here yesterday. In this regard, Anwar called on the state government and the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) to continue to act promptly and in an integrated manner to make this important agenda a success. He said the Madani government listens to the voices of rice farmers, understands their needs and is determined to continue to empower this sector through various ongoing initiatives. This, he said, also proves the concern and determination of the Madani government in defending the fate of farmers, the backbone of the country's agro-food sector. Earlier, the Prime Minister also conducted a working visit to one of the main infrastructure development projects under the Five-Season Padi Cultivation Programme in Two Years in the Muda Area in Batu 7, Kampung Kemboja, Ayer Hitam near here. Also present in the visit were Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail, Kedah Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor and Muda Agricultural Development Board (Mada) chairman Datuk Dr Ismail Salleh. Meanwhile, according to a statement issued by Mada, the Prime Minister's visit was his second visit to the project site to review the progress of agricultural infrastructure development. This was in preparation for the implementation of smart agriculture, in line with the government's efforts to strengthen the country's food supply and increase local rice production. "This project currently being implemented focuses on upgrading the irrigation and drainage system and strengthening the use of modern technology in the padi cultivation sector. "It is being implemented through a Public Private Partnership approach, which not only supports the intensification of planting activities, but is also able to increase the productivity of padi farmers and increase their income," said Mada. According to Mada, the programme is also seen as a strategic effort to bring about major reforms in the country's padi and rice industry, in line with the goals of the Madani government. The statement said with the implementation of five planting seasons within two years, the country is expected to be able to reduce its dependence on imported rice and increase the level of self-sufficiency (SSL) for this strategic commodity. This development project includes two main components, namely the construction and maintenance of 15 Tertiary Irrigation System Blocks (Project 1) and the Pedu Dam Phase 1 Comprehensive Rehabilitation Project (Project 2), which involves a total allocation of around RM1 billion.
The Sun
25-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Five-season padi planting in Kedah to boost rice self-sufficiency
JERLUN: The Five-Season Padi Cultivation Programme in Kedah's Muda Area is set to transform Malaysia's rice industry, reducing import dependency and strengthening self-sufficiency, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced. Anwar emphasised the programme's significance, stating it aligns with the government's commitment to empowering local farmers and ensuring sustainable harvests. 'This initiative is very close to my heart. Therefore, rapid implementation and effective coordination are very important to increase the capacity of local rice farmers and ensure more sustainable harvests,' he said. The Prime Minister urged the Kedah state government and the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) to collaborate closely for the programme's success. He reiterated the MADANI government's dedication to supporting farmers, calling them the backbone of the agro-food sector. During a working visit to the project site in Batu 7, Kampung Kemboja, Anwar reviewed infrastructure upgrades, including irrigation and drainage systems. The project, implemented through a Public Private Partnership, integrates modern technology to enhance productivity. The Muda Agricultural Development Board (MADA) stated that the initiative aims to reform the rice industry, increasing self-sufficiency and reducing climate-related challenges for farmers. The RM1 billion project includes irrigation upgrades and dam rehabilitation. - Bernama
Barnama
25-07-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Five-season Padi Planting In Two Years Reforms Country's Padi Ecosystem
GENERAL JERLUN, July 25 (Bernama) -- The Five-Season Padi Cultivation Programme in the Muda Area in Kedah will bring about comprehensive reforms to the country's padi and rice industry ecosystem, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Anwar said this would at once reduce dependence on imports and strengthen the country's rice self-sufficiency rate. "This initiative is very close to my heart. Therefore, rapid implementation and effective coordination are very important to increase the capacity of local rice farmers and ensure more sustainable harvests," he said in a statement to the media here today. In this regard, Anwar called on the state government and the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) to continue to act promptly and in an integrated manner to make this important agenda a success. He said the MADANI government listens to the voices of rice farmers, understands their needs and is determined to continue to empower this sector through various ongoing supports and initiatives. This, he said, also proves the concern and determination of the MADANI Government in defending the fate of farmers, the backbone of the country's agro-food sector. Earlier, the Prime Minister also conducted a working visit to one of the main infrastructure development projects under the Five-Season Padi Cultivation Programme in Two Years in the Muda Area in Batu 7, Kampung Kemboja, Ayer Hitam near here. Also present in the visit were Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail, Kedah Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor and Muda Agricultural Development Board (MADA) chairman Datuk Dr Ismail Salleh. Meanwhile, according to a statement issued by MADA, the Prime Minister's visit was his second visit to the project site to review the progress of agricultural infrastructure development.
