Farmers worried about effects of ‘dual combo’


Dry earth: The padi fields are dry and barren due to the scorching weather.

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia’s agricultural sector is grappling with the harsh effects of scorching temperatures and dwindling water supplies, posing significant challenges to crop cultivation and livestock farming.

Federation of Vegetable Farmers Associations president Lim Ser Kwee said farmers are worried that the dual combination could result in losses and supply chain disruptions.

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