Penampang is set to become a new agro-industry and tourism centre once the Moyog Agroindustry and Tourism Park (MANTAP) is implemented. MANTAP Executive Group chairman Datuk Stephen Sampil said it will attract more tourists and visitors to Penampang, especially the Moyog, Timpangoh, Terian and Buayan areas. “The time has come […]
Agriculture
Sabah to spend over RM500mil this year on food self-sufficiency
The Sabah government has set aside RM553.07mil to develop its agriculture, fishery and food industry sectors this year, says Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor. He said the state Agriculture, Fishery and Food Industry Ministry will spearhead development efforts to increase yields and quality all around, and also ensure adequate […]
Padi Farmers Enjoying A Higher Yield
Padi farmers who used the locally-developed NMR152 seed are enjoying a higher yield of between 20% and 60% since its introduction, says Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Chang Lih Kang. The Padi seed that was launched in 2021 has proven to be more resilient against extreme weather which includes drought […]