Malaysia

Revitalising the Ecosystem for Food Sovereignity

Indu Bala Jaganath
INTRODUCTION Malaysia as a country has the tight to define and control its food sovereignty but the country is open and vulnerable to the challenges of the environment, urbanization, changing demographics, and rising amounts of food waste. Thus, Malaysia desperately need a food revolution movement...
Country: Malaysia Topic: Eco-friendly agriculture (satoyama and satoumi)
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The Malaysian Agricultural Seed Industry – Seed Policy and Development

Najmi Aiman Zabidi, Siti Zainab Jantan, Suhana Safari
INTRODUCTION Seed is a small hard part produced by plants which is capable of developing into a new plant. Most plants have seeds which contain the reproduction system of a flowering plant.  Generally, plant seeds are formed in a small, round or oval shapes, but they can be found in large...
Country: Malaysia Topic: Agricultural science policies
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Technical Empowerment of Agricultural Cooperatives in Malaysia

Ahmad Safuan Bujang
ABSTRACT A delicate balance must be achieved between socio-economic development and protection of the environment. Under the SDG, a set of 17 goals were introduced to achieve this triple bottom line of economic, social and environmental objectives. Food production cannot continue in its “...
Country: Malaysia Topic: Agricultural cooperatives and farmers' organizations
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Conservation of Rare Species toward Enhancing Food Security

Muhammad Fadzlan Hariz b Abd Razak, Noorlidawati Ab Halim
INTRODUCTION Rare species is defined as a group of organisms that include fruits, animals, or plants that is very uncommon to general public. It is also considered as endangered or threatened species. This rare species can be an alternative food sources, but its sustainability would be at stake if...
Country: Malaysia Topic: Agricultural cooperatives and farmers' organizations
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Transformation of Vegetable Industry through Policy Intervention and Technology Transfer

Noorlidawati Ab Halim, Rozhan Abu Dardak
Introduction The vegetable industry is one of the important industries in Malaysia. It provides food for people, creates jobs for rural community and generates revenue for economic development. In general, the vegetable industry in Malaysia is carried out by small-holder farmers. Farmers manage...
Country: Malaysia Topic: Overview
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