Mushroom programme to help folks earn a living


Dr Wee (right) showing some mushroom samples to Tan at a mushroom growing room, which serves as a learning centre for the mushroom eco-entrepreneur programme.

PONTIAN: The first phase of the Tanjung Piai mushroom eco-entrepreneur programme has officially kicked off to provide those from the B40 group here an opportunity to earn more income.

The programme, mooted by the Tanjung Piai MCA, will provide each participant with 4,000 mushroom spawns as well as financial and technical assistance to set up a 6m x 6m mushroom-growing room.

Save 30% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.73/month

Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.63/month

Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Metro News

Peranakan pride, poolside pleasures
‘Commercial activities ruining PJ neighbourhood’
Penang manufacturing braces for modest 2026 growth amid tech pivot
Concerted call to improve handling of strays in Ipoh
‘New approach needed to handle electronic waste’
Fabric recycling gains momentum in Ipoh
Old neighbourhoods in Penang to be revitalised
PENANG PREPARES FOR SUCCESS
Hassle-free CNY dining up north
Sibu folk urged to remain alert for floods

Others Also Read