Sarawak aims for self-sufficiency in rice cultivation


Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg speaking to reporters in Kuching on Tuesday (Oct 29). - ZULAZHAR SHEBLEE/The Star

KUCHING: The Sarawak government is going full steam ahead on large-scale rice cultivation, with RM1bil approved for farm infrastructure such as advanced drainage and irrigation system.

Of the funds, RM51mil will be allocated in 2025, according to Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg.

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