RMT: Why RM2.50 isn’t enough to feed poor M'sian students quality canteen food


SOARING food cost may compel primary school canteen operators to either offer smaller portions or use cheaper, less nutritious ingredients.

It’s a warranted concern plaguing the Supplementary Food Programme (RMT), given that canteen operators need to contend with a tight budget of RM2.50 to RM3 amid rising food prices.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.73/month

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

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RM 12.33/month

RM 8.63/month

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

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