Growing of paddy
This activity involves the cultivation of paddy rice, which is a staple food crop in many regions. It encompasses both traditional and modern farming practices, including organic farming and the cultivation of genetically modified varieties of paddy.
Padi cultivation is reserved for Malaysian citizens; foreign participation typically not permitted for primary production.
- Foreign equity
- 0%
- Capital floor
- None
- Setup timeline
- 8–12 wk
Foreign ownership rules
Foreign ownership rules
- Agriculture — Padi (Rice) ProductionclosedMOA
Padi cultivation is reserved for Malaysian citizens; foreign participation typically not permitted for primary production.
Foreign cap: 0%Source
Sourced from MIDA sector booklets and respective regulators. Verify the latest rules with the regulator before investment decisions.
Governing legislation
- Act 69KEMUBU AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ACT 1972
- Act 343MALAYSIAN COCOA BOARD (INCORPORATION) ACT 1988
- Act 483INTERNATIONAL FUND FOR AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT ACT 1992
Machine-identified from each Act's text — verify before relying on it.
Activity details
organic farming and the growing of genetically modified paddy
SST & Withholding Tax
Risk Level
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