Orchids can generate RM4bil in exports yearly, says Agriculture Dept


SEPANG: The export of Malaysian orchids can contribute up to RM4bil a year to Malaysia’s floriculture industry due to high demands from other countries, says the head of the Department of Agriculture Floriculture Industry Unit (Floriculture Industry Development Division) head Mohamad Nizam Malik.

He added that Malaysia needs to farm 120 hectares of orchids if it is to meet this demand.

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