Flavourful fortune for ex-engineer


In bloom: Kantan is a hardy herbal plant with low disease risk, producing flowers within 12-14 months with proper care. — Bernama

TAIPING: Who would have thought that plants that complement the flavours of dishes like asam pedas, laksa and kerabu could become a profitable source of income for those with the vision to seize the opportunity?

For former engineer Abd Halim Abd Majid, 50, from Kampung Batu 9, Trong, venturing into “kantan” (torch ginger) farming not only provided a steady income but also opened doors to new agricultural opportunities, particularly in producing and selling kantan seedlings.

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