Semarak Ramadan Farmers’ Market Held At Eight Locations In Melaka

JASIN, Feb 11 (Bernama) -- The Melaka-level Semarak Ramadan 1447H Farmers' Market programme is being held at eight locations from today (Feb 11) to Feb 17. This is to help consumers, especially Muslims, in making early preparations for the fasting month.

State Investment, Industry, and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Development Committee deputy chairman Datuk Khaidirah Abu Zahar said that the programme is seen as facilitating consumers in obtaining basic necessities at reasonable prices.

“Additionally, visitors can obtain fresh agricultural produce, basic agricultural products, and Ramadan necessities directly from local producers at reasonable prices and with quality.

"The role of the Farmers' Market is very significant, and through initiatives like this, it not only helps local producers and traders increase their income but also reduces the burden of living costs for consumers," she said.

Khaidirah said this when met by reporters after officiating the Semarak Ramadan 1447H Farmers' Market programme at the state level at the Jasin Farmers' Market in Rim here today.

The Semarak Ramadan 1447H Farmers' Market programme is also held in Selandar, Lubok China, Masjid Tanah, Alor Gajah and Merlimau, targeting approximately 6,800 visitors and an estimated sales value of RM304,000, depending on the location of the event.

Throughout the programme’s implementation, visitors have the opportunity to obtain various essential goods through promotional sales, including Grade C eggs at RM10 per dozen, MADANI Combo sets (RM10), fresh meat (RM30 per kilogramme/kg), standard chicken (RM12 each), and local white rice (10 kg at RM26 per bag).

The programme will also be enlivened by the distribution of bubur lambuk and oranges to visitors as part of efforts to foster a spirit of togetherness and the practice of sharing blessings throughout Ramadan.

-- BERNAMA