THE government has assured local farmers they will not be sidelined if Padiberas Nasional Bhd (Bernas) rice-import monopoly is terminated, says Sim Tze Tzin.
The Deputy Agriculture and Agro-based Industry Minister said new padi and rice industry players would be expected to continue to prioritise the supply of rice from local farmers.
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