Khoo Gek San
Fishermen blame fish shortage on govt
They say authority must back up its accusations that catches are sold to foreigners.
Local growers dismiss China-grown durians as ‘no threat’, for now
Malaysian producers say fruits grown elsewhere will not taste as good.
With durian export boom comes liquid nitrogen shortage
Growers unable to flash-freeze the fruit without the element.
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Fishermen deny high fish prices due to monopoly
They tell fisheries authority to talk to them before making such claims.
Chinese funerals to cost more as prices of materials rise
Coffins cost 3 times more because of wood shortage.
Retailers reluctant to import chicken until new prices declared on July 1
They say lack of clarity on issue from the government affecting their businesses.
New MM2H rules lead to fewer applicants, say agents
Consultants say they may need to shut down operations.
Chicken supply will stabilise soon, say industry players
Worker shortage causing farms to be unable to meet demand.
Tour bus companies raring to go but lack funds, drivers
Fewer vehicles also adding to operators’ woes as they prepare for inbound visitors, groups say.
Manpower shortage crippling tourism, say experts
Industry complains of inflation, reduced flights, higher travel costs.
Businesses want improved GST refund system
Commercial associations looking for ‘correct’ return of tax, with reduced rate of 3-4%.
Farmers blame chicken shortage on soaring feed prices, labour crunch
Industry facing crisis as players say price cap, red tape over subsidies killing their business.
Chicken export ban can help replenish local supply, say industry experts
However, this is only a temporary measure as exports only account for 5% of output.
Minimum wage pushing SMEs to raise prices, industry leaders say
Business owners contend with higher cost of raw materials, other logistics
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