Let the poor eat fish too

Volunteers sorting out the fresh produce for distribution to those in need in Penang.

PENANG’s Mutiara Food Bank initiative has taken a step further to provide vegetables, chicken and fish on top of the usual rations to ensure needy recipients get enough nutrition.

State welfare and environment committee chairman Phee Boon Poh said the food bank had been giving out the extra items when- ever possible besides the usual basics such as rice, noodles, cans of sardine, eggs and some condiments so that those receiving the aid would have complete nutrition such as vitamins and protein.