Crop diseases, nutrient deficiencies, water management issues and declining soil health are often only detected when visible symptoms begin to appear in the field. By then, intervention options become more limited and the risk of yield losses increases significantly.
In paddy cultivation, every percentage point of yield matters. It affects farmers’ incomes, production efficiency and, ultimately, the nation’s ability to maintain a stable domestic rice supply.
Date: 15 June 2026
Source: The Malaysian Reserve
Author: Dr Nur Firdaus Mohamed Yusof • Section: Corporate Malaysia • Language: English • Market: Malaysia • Photo: Full colour
More About: