#rice

They are trying to ensure no rice is supplied to Kedah, MB claims.

I’ve managed issues regarding rice during my time, PN chief says.

'Outcome of engagements to be finalised at Naccol meeting, March 20.'

It will be made after the Naccol meeting, says Anwar.

Anwar adds there has been no decision on Madani rice proposal yet.

Syed Abu Hussin leaves it to the cabinet to approve.

Proposal still under consideration, cabinet yet to finalise, minister says.

Discussion will be held at upcoming NACCOL meeting, minister says.

Maximum price for 1kg previously was RM2.60, he says.

Details are scarce, triggering concerns.

UPDATED 12.39PM | Naccol to discuss matter in upcoming meeting, Anwar says.

It costs RM30 for 10kg sack, RM15.50 for 5kg sack.

Agriculture Ministry, MyCC to undertake thorough probe, Mat Sabu says.

'Ministry conducts investigations and takes action based on facts.'

Ministry says the industry is well regulated with relevant laws.

Low prices, no weather-resistant seeds are why farmers stop growing rice.

This is in response to such allegations made on social media.

Govt will also introduce wage reforms to help the poor, develop infrastructure.

Pantai Dalit rep wants Bernas to intensify its partnership with state govt.

This is to fulfil rice demand in the state.

Mat Sabu says the proposal will be scrutinised to ensure all parties benefit.

This should not be an issue, says Teruntum rep.

Andansura questions the availability of the subsidised rice, now not in stores.

PAS MUKTAMAR | This will burden lower income groups and rural dwellers, he says.