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Barnama
27-05-2025
- Science
- Barnama
Nuklear Malaysia Launches Book On Technology In Plant Breeding At International Book Festival
GENERAL KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Nuclear Agency (Nuklear Malaysia) today unveiled a scientific publication titled Teknologi Nuklear dalam Biak Baka Tanaman Hiasan (Nuclear Technology in Ornamental Plant Breeding) during the International Book Festival organised by Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) here. In a statement, the agency said the book forms part of the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation's (MOSTI) efforts to raise public awareness of peaceful nuclear technology applications and to strengthen the nation's research and development ecosystem. 'The book focuses on the application of nuclear technology in agriculture, particularly mutation breeding techniques using radiation to develop new varieties of ornamental plants. 'This technology has been utilised in Malaysia for over three decades, successfully producing a variety of new plants that have contributed to the growth of the local floriculture industry,' the statement said. The launch ceremony was officiated by MOSTI Deputy Minister Datuk Mohammad Yusof Apdal and was attended by Nuklear Malaysia director-general Dr Rosli Darmawan. In his speech, Mohammad Yusof underscored MOSTI's commitment to broadening the use of strategic technologies, including nuclear technology, across key economic sectors such as agriculture, industry, medicine and the environment. 'This initiative aligns with MOSTI's vision to position science and technology as the foundation of national progress, while promoting the peaceful and responsible application of nuclear technology in strategic sectors like agriculture,' he said. He added that the effort is consistent with the National Nuclear Technology Policy (DTNN) 2030, which emphasises the safe and responsible development and utilisation of nuclear technology for the benefit of the nation and its people. The agency highlighted that since the early 1990s, it has developed more than 30 mutant plant varieties, with about 60 per cent comprising flowering and landscaping ornamental plants.
New Straits Times
27-04-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
New climate-resilient kenaf varieties developed with nuclear tech
KOTA BHARU: The Malaysian Nuclear Agency (Nuklear Malaysia), in collaboration with the National Kenaf and Tobacco Board (LKTN), has unveiled two new climate-resilient kenaf seed varieties developed using gamma irradiation, offering higher yield potential and improved resilience. Nuklear Malaysia's director-general Dr Rosli Darmawan explained that the seeds of Malaysia Kenaf 1 (MK1) were exposed to 300 Gray (Gy) of gamma radiation, while Malaysia Kenaf 2 (MK2) received 800 Gy, a process known as induced mutation, to enhance their agronomic traits. Rosli highlighted that both MK1 and MK2 have demonstrated significantly higher yields compared to the V36 variety, which has been in use for over 15 years in Malaysia. "Field trials conducted at LKTN's Beseri plantation in Perlis recorded wet stem yields ranging between 24 and 32 tonnes per hectare, an increase of 20 to 60 per cent compared to the V36's current yield of 20 to 25 tonnes per hectare," he said in a statement today. Beyond their productivity, the new strains have distinctive physical features. MK1, for instance, features pale yellow petals and palmate leaves, which facilitate identification and field management. Both varieties have been officially registered by the Agriculture Department, he added. Rosli noted that the project also aligns with the National Nuclear Technology Policy 2030 and the National Agricommodity Policy, which prioritise innovation and non-energy applications of nuclear technology in sectors like agriculture and biotechnology. He said the effort underlines the broader potential of peaceful nuclear tech in advancing food security and sustainable farming. Rosli said Nuklear Malaysia remains committed to democratising nuclear technology through innovative solutions that directly benefit the public, industry and the national economy. Keywords: New Malaysia Agriculture Department Malaysian Nuclear Agency National Kenaf And Tobacco Board National Agricommodity Policy National Nuclear Technology Policy Lktn's Beseri Related Articles Economy 25 minutes ago Kenaf industry set to thrive for over five years with strategic planning Crime & Courts Mar 3, 2025 @ 3:59am Company CEO, director charged with advertising illegal 'kenaf' investment scheme Nation Feb 5, 2025 @ 8:26pm Govt refines plans for National Ruminant Board to boost industry resilience Nation Dec 8, 2024 @ 3:39am Mardi introduces new chilli variety
