Launch of 'The Paddy and Rice Industry of Sabah and Sarawak: Status and Potential' publication

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Too often, policy research on the paddy and rice industry in Malaysia focuses on the cheaper, medium-grained plain rice primarily produced in Peninsular Malaysia. Heirloom/specialty paddy cultivation in Sabah and Sarawak has received less attention. However, it holds the potential to spur the competitiveness of Malaysia’s paddy and rice industry.
Several barriers remain before we can witness the rise of the next ‘Musang King’ of the country.
This report seeks to shed light on the significance of the paddy and rice industry in Sabah and Sarawak and to provide policy recommendations where appropriate.