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Daily Express
19-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Three new durian varieties set to debut in next two years…all thanks to Mardi
Published on: Saturday, July 19, 2025 Published on: Sat, Jul 19, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: Mardi director-general Datuk Dr Mohamad Zabawi Abdul Ghani said the institute is currently evaluating several promising hybrid durians that could lead to new clones. — Bernama pic KUALA KANGSAR: The Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute (Mardi) is set to introduce three new durian varieties within the next two years. Mardi director-general Datuk Dr Mohamad Zabawi Abdul Ghani said the institute is currently evaluating several promising hybrid durians that could lead to new clones. Advertisement 'We're assessing their suitability for planting in different locations. Apart from Mardi Kuala Kangsar, we're also developing hybrids at Mardi Jerangau in Terengganu. 'The names and codes are still being finalised and will be announced at the official launch,' he told reporters after the Duriotourism programme with the media at Mardi Kuala Kangsar today. Meanwhile, Mohamad Zabawi said the hybrid MRDI Super 88 (MS88) variety will be rebranded with a more appealing name. He added that 13,000 MS88 durian trees have been planted nationwide under Mardi's full supervision. 'Some trees are now between two and three years old, so in the next five to six years, they should be ready for wider commercial distribution,' he said. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
The Sun
19-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Mardi to launch three new durian varieties in Malaysia
KUALA KANGSAR: The Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute (MARDI) is set to introduce three new durian varieties within the next two years. MARDI director-general Datuk Dr Mohamad Zabawi Abdul Ghani said the institute is currently evaluating several promising hybrid durians that could lead to new clones. 'We're assessing their suitability for planting in different locations. Apart from MARDI Kuala Kangsar, we're also developing hybrids at MARDI Jerangau in Terengganu. 'The names and codes are still being finalised and will be announced at the official launch,' he told reporters after the Duriotourism programme with the media at MARDI Kuala Kangsar today. Meanwhile, Mohamad Zabawi said the hybrid MRDI Super 88 (MS88) variety will be rebranded with a more appealing name. He added that 13,000 MS88 durian trees have been planted nationwide under MARDI's full supervision. 'Some trees are now between two and three years old, so in the next five to six years, they should be ready for wider commercial distribution,' he said. - Bernama
New Straits Times
19-07-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Mardi to introduce three new durian varieties within two years
KUALA KANGSAR: The Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute (Mardi) is set to introduce three new durian varieties within the next two years. Mardi director-general Datuk Dr Mohamad Zabawi Abdul Ghani said the institute is currently evaluating several promising hybrid durians that could lead to the development of new clones. "We're assessing their suitability for planting in different locations. Apart from Mardi Kuala Kangsar, we're also developing hybrids at Mardi Jerangau in Terengganu," he said. "The names and codes are still being finalised and will be announced at the official launch," he told reporters after the Duriotourism programme with the media at Mardi Kuala Kangsar today. Meanwhile, Zabawi said the hybrid Mardi Super 88 (MS88) variety will be rebranded with a more appealing name. He added that 13,000 MS88 durian trees have been planted nationwide under Mardi's full supervision. "Some trees are now between two and three years old, so in the next five to six years, they should be ready for wider commercial distribution," he said.– BERNAMA
The Star
09-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
ShowTech fair to spotlight fruits of Mardi's research
SERDANG: The five-day Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute (Mardi) Technology Showcase (ShowTech) 2025, to be held at the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park Serdang (MAEPS) from May 29, will feature exhibitions showcasing the latest agricultural technologies and innovations. Mardi director-general Datuk Dr Mohamad Zabawi Abdul Ghani described the exhibition as the best platform for the public and industry players to witness the results of Mardi's research over the past five decades. 'We will display 188 technologies across eight clusters. 'We will also bring together 148 entrepreneurs to sell their products,' he said at a media briefing for the event yesterday, reported Bernama. He added that this year's main highlight is the expansion of the exhibition area, which will include more interactive activities for visitors such as engaging in vegetable harvesting. 'Mardi is targeting an attendance of 500,000 visitors, including farmers, breeders, entrepreneurs, students and members of the public,' he said. He described ShowTech 2025 as a key platform for Mardi to introduce research findings that may not have been widely known. 'For example, Mardi has developed 58 padi varieties that are planted by over 95% of farmers in Malaysia, yet Mardi's name is not displayed. 'With ShowTech, we can inform the public about Mardi's contributions,' he said.
The Sun
08-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
MARDI ShowTech 2025 to showcase agro tech and innovation
SERDANG: The five-day Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute (MARDI) Technology Showcase (ShowTech) 2025 at the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park Serdang (MAEPS) from May 29 will feature exhibitions related to the latest agricultural technology and innovations. MARDI director-general Datuk Dr Mohamad Zabawi Abdul Ghani described the exhibition as the best platform for the public and industry players to see for themselves the results of MARDI's research over the last five years. 'We will display 188 technologies, covering eight clusters, and we will also bring together 148 entrepreneurs to sell their products,' he said at a media briefing for the event here today. He added that the main difference this year is the expansion of the area for the display and interactive activities for visitors, including the experience of harvesting vegetables. 'MARDI is targeting the presence of 500,000 visitors, including farmers, breeders, entrepreneurs, students and the public,' he said. He described ShowTech 2025 as an important platform for MARDI to introduce research findings that were previously unknown to the public. 'For example, MARDI produces 58 paddy varieties planted by over 95 per cent of farmers in Malaysia, but MARDI's name is not displayed. So, with this ShowTech, we can tell the people about MARDI's contributions,' he said. ShowTech MARDI 2025 will be held in three main zones: Zone A, which includes Hall A and the surrounding area at MAEPS; Zone B, which features modern agriculture pathways and show plots of crops; and Zone C, which will showcase livestock farms, herb gardens, stingless bee farms and vegetable gardens. Visitors can also participate in side events like running and fishing competitions. MARDI will also offer various interactive programmes and activities in conjunction with the school holidays, including children's activities such as Earth Hero, Agro EduGenius as well as a kite-making workshop through the AgroCulture programme.
