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Budget 2027: RM2.62b aid for paddy farmers
Malaysia allocates RM2.62 billion to support paddy farmers under Budget 2027.
In brief
Malaysia allocates RM2.62 billion to support paddy farmers under Budget 2027. Malaysia's government provides RM2.62 billion in aid to paddy farmers for subsidies and incentives to boost rice production and welfare. Originally reported by Malay Mail.
Budget 2027 aid for paddy farmers
The government allocates RM2.62 billion in aid to paddy farmers under Budget 2027.
Paddy field benefits
Paddy farmers receive benefits of about RM4,300 per hectare of paddy field.
Harvesting incentives
Paddy harvesting incentive increases from RM50 to RM100 per hectare per season.
Foliar fertiliser
RM20 million for foliar fertiliser across 10,000 hectares of paddy fields.
Five-Season Project
Five-Season Padi Cultivation in Two Years Project ensures rice supply continuity.
Pedu Dam rehabilitation
Pedu Dam rehabilitation project in Kedah completes by end of 2027.
Fisheries incentives
Fishermen get increased boat licences and RM178 million for catch incentives.
Fishermen subsidies
Eligible fishermen receive subsidised diesel at RM1.65 per litre.
Smallholders support
RM100 million for oil palm replanting with 4,500 smallholders.
The short version
Malaysia's government provides RM2.62 billion in aid to paddy farmers for subsidies and incentives to boost rice production and welfare.
