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The Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Monsoon season aid continues for smallholders under MADANI govt
KUALA LUMPUR: The government will extend the Monsoon Season Assistance (BMT) this year to support smallholders facing weather-related challenges, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi announced. A total of RM264.91 million has been allocated for the initiative, benefiting over 330,000 recipients, including those under FELDA and the Sabah Rubber Industry Authority (LIGS). 'This assistance reflects the MADANI Government's dedication to protecting rural livelihoods. BMT is more than just financial aid—it's a crucial support system when harvests and incomes are threatened by heavy rains,' Ahmad Zahid said during the RISDA People's Tuition Programme event. He emphasised that fluctuating commodity prices and unpredictable weather continue to strain smallholders, making such interventions essential. The BMT not only provides economic relief but also acknowledges their contributions to the nation's agricultural sector. Deputy Minister of Rural and Regional Development Datuk Rubiah Wang, MARA chairman Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki, and RISDA chairman Manndzri Nasib were also present at the event. - Bernama
New Straits Times
3 days ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
Ahmad Zahid: Smallholders continue to receive monsoon season assistance this year
KUALA LUMPUR: The government will continue providing the Monsoon Season Assistance (BMT) this year as an ongoing effort to assist smallholders affected by the unpredictable weather, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. He said RM264.91 million has been allocated for the initiative, which is expected to benefit more than 330,000 recipients nationwide, including those under the Federal Land Development Authority (Felda) and the Sabah Rubber Industry Authority (LIGS). "This assistance aligns with the Madani Government's commitment to safeguarding the welfare of rural communities. BMT is not just a one-off financial assistance, but a lifeline and a source of livelihood when the rainy season threatens harvest and income. "This is the true face of the Madani Government that cares for smallholders who are the pulse of the country's industry," he said when speaking at the Rubber Industry Smallholders Development Authority (Risda) People's Tuition Programme: Excellent Student Appreciation Ceremony here today. Also present were Deputy Minister of Rural and Regional Development Datuk Rubiah Wang, Mara chairman Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki and Risda chairman Manndzri Nasib. Ahmad Zahid, who is also the Minister of Rural and Regional Development, said that the volatility of commodity prices and yearly weather uncertainties continue to exert financial pressure on smallholders, affecting both their yields and incomes. Therefore, he said, initiatives such as BMT are an important form of intervention in rural development policy, which not only functions as economic support but also as recognition of the hard work of smallholders. — BERNAMA
Barnama
3 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
Smallholders Continue To Receive Monsoon Season Assistance This Year
KUALA LUMPUR, July 28 (Bernama) -- The government will continue providing the Monsoon Season Assistance (BMT) this year as an ongoing effort to assist smallholders affected by the unpredictable weather, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. He said RM264.91 million has been allocated for the initiative, which is expected to benefit more than 330,000 recipients nationwide, including those under the Federal Land Development Authority (FELDA) and the Sabah Rubber Industry Authority (LIGS). "This assistance aligns with the MADANI Government's commitment to safeguarding the welfare of rural communities. BMT is not just a one-off financial assistance, but a lifeline and a source of livelihood when the rainy season threatens harvest and income.
