MRF offers foundation seed at K65,000 per basket
The 90-day short-matured paddy seed and foundation seed, as well as the progeny of breeder seed produced by the Department of Agricultural Research and Myanmar Rice Federation, can be purchased at K65,000 per basket, according to the notification of the Myanmar Rice Federation.
Interested buyers can contact MRF at 01 2301128, 012301129, and 09 420773222.
MRF has been carrying out rehabilitation activities in flood-stricken areas affected by Typhoon Yagi in early September. They are joining hands with related institutions and departments for agricultural post-flood recovery programmes.
Moreover, MRF also contributed towards farmers who suffered due to unprecedented flooding, along with affiliated associations (Myanmar Rice Millers Association, Myanmar Paddy Producers Association, Myanmar Rice and Paddy Traders Association, member companies). MRF put K500 million for the donation of rice bags, paddy seed and fertilizer and K1.25 billion of capital revolving fund to offer zero-interest loans for farmers through a Leading Group for the Protection of Farmer Rights and Enhancement of their Benefits under the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Irrigation under those programmes. — NN/KK
