Kota Kinabalu: The State Government is focused on strengthening the agriculture sector and ensuring food security through various initiatives, according to Head of State Tun Juhar Mahiruddin.

PETALING JAYA: The Sabah Cabinet has agreed to revive its padi and rice board as part of efforts to boost the state’s food production and improve food security, says chief minister Hajiji Noor.

KANGAR: The public has been advised to ensure the authenticity of Harumanis mango before making purchases during the mango season, which has now begun.

KENINGAU: The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) enforcement division Keningau branch has investigated 14 cases and confiscated foods valued at RM53,021 following inspections on business premises, including the Ramadan Bazaar.  .

PENAMPANG: Nuin Tompul is a firm believer in passing down skills to the younger generation. .

Kota Kinabalu: Ramadan Bazaar traders said they were compelled to raise prices due to the rising cost of essential ingredients.

BACHOK: Collectors are ramping up coconut palm sap extraction as the demand for ’tuak’ or ‘nira kelapa’ (coconut shoot nectar) surges during Ramadan and Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations, making it a staple during this festive season.

Bunches of mixed chives commonly called “mixed lason” a favourite at Sipitang’s weekly market.

Kota Kinabalu: City Hall (DBKK) took some 80 food samples from Ramadan Bazaar stalls around the city centre for checks. .

PETALING JAYA: Some 33 tonnes of unsold food and beverages worth around RM416,000 were collected at Ramadan bazaars nationwide over the past 13 days.