‘Challenges faced by padi farmers are multifaceted’

On the allegation that rice producers are packing the local rice as imported variety, Abdul Rashid said there was basis to the allegation but added that he did not blame the culprits for doing so.

“The current price of RM2.60 per kg is too low. Rice prices here should be floated and not capped. If this cannot be done, the government must increase the subsidy for rice,’’ he added.