Malaysia

Malaysia's Rice Landscape: Sustainable Rice Production and Food Security through Rice Seed Policies

Kartini Wan Mat, Syahrin Suhaimee
ABSTRACT Rice, a staple food for Malaysians, necessitates sustainable production to ensure national food security. High-quality, certified rice seeds are crucial for improving yields, adapting to climate change, and addressing pest and disease threats. This narrative delves into Malaysia's rice...
Country: Malaysia Topic: AgricultureFood security and safety
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Healthy Alternative to Meat: Consumer Preferences for Mushroom-Based Meatballs in Malaysia

Mohd Tarmizi Haimid
ABSTRACT The rising demand for healthier, more sustainable food options has prompted Malaysian consumers to increasingly explore plant-based meat alternatives. This study investigates consumer preferences for mushroom-based meatballs, a locally relevant and nutritionally rich meat substitute....
Country: Malaysia Topic: Agribusiness
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Advancing Community Gardens in the Klang Valley, Malaysia through Social Enterprise

Aimi Athirah Ahmad, Syahrin Suhaimee, Wan Mardhiah Binti Wan Shahriman, Nur-Warith H. Caluang, Indria Ramadhani, Baharom Abdul Hamid
ABSTRACT As Malaysia grapples with the dual challenges of urbanization and food insecurity, community gardens (CGs) are emerging as innovative responses to sustainable food production and community empowerment. This review paper explores the development, challenges, and transformative potential...
Country: Malaysia Topic: Regional agricultural economy
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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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