ALOR GAJAH, Nov 10 (Bernama) -- Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi wants the minimum price under the dignified rubber pricing initiative, currently set at RM5 per kilogram, to be increased to ensure the welfare of rubber smallholders continues to be protected.
Ahmad Zahid Calls For Higher Dignified Rubber Price
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Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid urged that the dignified rubber price, currently RM5/kg, be increased and maintained beyond this year to protect smallholders, speaking at the 2026 Melaka Smallholders Prosperity Programme opening.
- Zahid wants the RM5/kg dignified rubber price to be raised and sustained beyond the current year.
- He highlighted RISDA’s role as main buyer and called for more district-level purchasing sites.
- The remarks were made during the 2026 Melaka Smallholders Prosperity Programme and RISDA State Open Day.
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