“Rice is the heartbeat of Malaysian kitchens. On average, each Malaysian consumes about 76.7kg of rice a year,” said Dr. Nur Firdaus Mohamed Yusof, Head Agronomist of BERNAS’ Farm Management Department, in an interview with The Malaysian Reserve (TMR). Yet Malaysia currently produces only 60% of what it consumes, down from previous levels of 70%. The balance depends on imports, a reliance that became painfully clear during past crises.

Date: 29 Sept 2025
Source: The Malaysian Reserve
Author: Aufa Mardhiah • Section: N/A • Language: English • Market: Malaysia • Photo: Full colour

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