Do Policies Matter in the Transformation of the Livestock Industry in Malaysia?

Rozhan Abu Dardak, Nik Rozana Nik Mohd Masdek, Mohd Tarmizi Haimid, Kartini Wan Mat, Rafidah Abd Rahman, Ahmad Shabudin Ariffin
ABSTRACT The livestock industry in Malaysia plays a critical role in food security and economic development, yet it faces persistent structural challenges despite decades of government intervention. This article reviews the evolution of the sector, particularly the ruminant subsector, across key...
Country: Malaysia Topic: Food security and safety
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Major Ten Agri-food Policy Issues in South Korea 2025

Keehyun Lee, Sanghyo Kim
ABSTRACT This report presents Korea’s Top 10 Agricultural Policy Issues for 2025, shaped by accelerating climate change, global economic uncertainty, and rural demographic decline. It highlights urgent needs for comprehensive farmer safety nets, infrastructure upgrades for food security, smart...
Country: Korea Topic: Overview
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The Cost and Return Analysis of Contract and Non-Contract Rice Seed Production Farmers in the Mandalay Region

Nyein Nyein Phyoe, Theingi Myint, Honey Lynn Lynn, Nyein Nyein Htwe
ABSTRACT Rice (Oryza sativa) plays a vital role in farmers’ livelihoods and serves as a significant source of export income for Myanmar through the sale of surplus production. The use of certified rice seed is essential for increasing rice yields, and demand for certified seeds remains high...
Country: Myanmar Topic: Agriculture
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The Development of Thai Agricultural Extension: From the Foundation to Sustainability with Innovation

Supaporn Lertsiri, Kasideth Onsri
ABSTRACT Thai agricultural extension work has been continuously adapting and evolving for over five decades, progressing from providing immediate assistance to a complex and integrated system, with the ultimate goals of improving farmers’ quality of life and creating sustainability for the Thai...
Country: Thailand Topic: Agricultural extension system
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Development of Thailand’s Agricultural Logistics Systems Toward ASEAN Regional Hub: Challenges and Policy Implications

Kunakorn Wiwattanakornwong, Saratchan Ploybut
ABSTRACT This study investigates the evolving landscape and systemic challenges within Thailand's agricultural logistics, with a focus on impediments to efficiency and competitiveness. These include transportation inefficiencies, infrastructure deficits, and fragmented data management across...
Country: Thailand Topic: Overview
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