Kawlin   January 30
A total of 13,186 acres of peanuts were planted during the winter crops planting season in Kawlin District, Sagaing Region, according to the statistics of the Department of Agriculture for Kawlin District.
In the 2024-2025 winter crops planting season, 9,088 acres of peanuts were planned to be planted in Kawlin District, and 13,186 acres have been planted to date since October 2024.
“It is in a successful position as an oilseed crop. Peanut cultivation has increased year by year,” said U Win Thein, head of the Department of Agriculture for Kawlin District.
In Kawlin District, peanut cultivation by townships was as per following: 6,138 acres in Kawlin Township, 2,378 acres in Wuntho Township, and 4,670 acres in Pinlebu Township, totaling 13,186 acres.
In Kawlin District, one acre of peanuts is planted with one and a half basket of seeds, and it is reported that it cost more than 200,000 kyats including the cost of seeds, labor costs, fertilizer and pesticide costs, and if one acre is planted, it yields more than 50 baskets.

Source: Yadanarbon Newspaper

Phaungpyin   January 30
A total of 5,411 acres of seed corn and millets were planted during the winter crops planting season in Phaungpyin Township, Mawlaik District, Sagaing Region, according to the statistics of the Department of Agriculture for Mawlaik District.
In the 2024-2025 winter crops planting season, 820 acres of seed corn and 4,635 acres of millets were planned to be planted in Phaungpyin Township. So far, 800 acres of seed corn and 4,611 acres of millets have been planted since October 2024.
“We are providing education to ensure the success of corns and to prevent the spread of pests and diseases,” said Daw Kywe Kywe Hlaing, head of the Department of Agriculture for Mawlaik District.
In Phaungpyin Township, in the cultivation of seed corn and millets, more than 50 baskets of seed corn are produced per acre, and the cost of planting one acre of seed corn is 500,000 kyats. A total of 15,000 corn ears of millets are produced per acre, and the cost of planting one acre is over 500,000 kyats.

Source: Yadanarbon Newspaper

THE day temperature helps strawberry production stronger, leading the price to fall continuously.
“Price is falling continuously. Strawberries grow more when the temperature gets high. So the production is large. But the production is low when it rains,” said Ma Sandi Taya, a fruit trader from Taunggyi Township.
Many people like strawberry which is one of the most-consumed fruits. Strawberry trade has been fine since the beginning of the harvest season and orders have mounted since December, said traders and added that, the production has been larger in this month.
“Strawberry will be available throughout the dry season. Some of the plantations were destroyed in the storm, and that is why this year’s harvest season was quite late. Its harvest season begins around October and November but this year, commercial production started available in December. The trade is fine. We transport loads of tonnes daily. Yangon and Tachilek are major destinations,” she said. — Thit Taw/ZS

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

Danubyu January 29
In the Ayeyarwady Region, Danubyu Township, local agricultural products, specifically straw mushrooms, were transported to the Yangon market. According to Daw Than Than Oo, an agricultural product trader from Danubyu Township, a total of 64,000 viss of straw mushrooms were sold and shipped during the month of December.
In November 2024, Danubyu Township was able to ship only 40,000 viss of straw mushrooms to the Yangon market. However, from
December 1st to December 31 st , the volume increased significantly to 64,000 viss.
"Currently, straw mushrooms are being produced in Danubyu Township. Agricultural products from Danubyu are frequently shipped to the Yangon market. In December alone, we shipped over 64,000 viss of mushrooms. Even now, in January, there is a high demand for mushrooms from buyers in Yangon. The demand has increased as more restaurants and hotels are using them. The mushroom buds are particularly popular. If we can tap into international markets, sales could improve even further," said Daw Than Than Oo.
The straw mushrooms produced in Danubyu Township are purchased by agricultural product traders, who then clean and inspect them systematically before shipping them in large quantities to Yangon. Local farmers typically cultivate these mushrooms in beds that are 30 feet long and 10 to 20 feet wide. The current market price for these straw mushrooms is around 20,000 viss. 

Kyaw Kyaw Lin

Source: Yadanarbon Newspaper

REAL estate agents say that there are buyers to live in the property market and the rental market is stable. There are fewer investors than real buyers in the current real estate market. The rental market is stable with regular tenants due to people coming from other cities to Yangon for training and people moving in, while it has increased because of more relocations during the dry season, said an agent in Kyimyindine Township.
“The real estate market is more active in real buyers than investors. Apartment rentals are regular. Many people are attending training courses and families are moving in among the tenants. Some people migrated from other cities and some relocated within Yangon. The rental market is stable with more activities in the dry season,” he said.
A slight increase in rental prices was seen this year. As a result of residential demand, hundreds or even thousands of units have been sold in some townships, and many individuals have purchased land plots for house construction.
“People from Yangon came down to Thanlyin and bought plots to build houses. With the new bridge completed, it is easier to travel, so we see more purchases,” said a Thanlyin resident. – MT/ZN

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

Chairman of the State Administration Council Commander in- Chief of   Defence ServicesSenior General Min Aung Hlaing, accompanied by the   Commander-in-Chief (Navy), Admiral  Htein Win, Commander-in-Chief (Air) General Tun Aung, Unionlevel  officials, Chief Minister of Yangon Region,  senior military officers from the Office of the Commander-in-Chief of Defence Services, Vice Chairman (1) of the Myanmar War Veterans Organization, Commander of Yangon Command, Yangon Mayor, and other responsible personnel, visited the Advanced Myanmar Thargaung War Veteran Housing (Laytaungkan) and the Thilawa Multi-purpose Agriculture and Livestock  Zone in Dagon Myothit (South) Township, Yangon Region, this morning to inspect the progress of the projects.

First, the Senior General and party arrived at the the Advanced Myanmar Thargaung War Vetran Housing (Laytaungkan), where they were briefed by  Yangon Command Commander Major General Zaw Hein and Directorate of Military Engineering Director Major General Zaw Naing Oo. The briefing covered the implementation and completion of instructions given by the Senior General during his visit in May 2022, the construction progress of the housing units, the settlement of war veterans, the ongoing plans for further settlements, the arrangements for the construction of preschools and middle  schools, the current school enrollment, the completion of sports and playground facilities, and efforts to ensure adequate water and electricity supplies. Afterward, Yangon Region Chief Minister U Soe Thein provided an explanation on the historical background of the housing project and the current status of land utilization.

Regarding the presentations, the Senior General remarked that the Advanced Myanmar Thargaung War Veteran Housing (Laytaungkan) project is being developed as a town of war veterans.

He emphasized the need for the project to serve as a model housing initiative that contributes to the development of Yangon City. He also suggested incorporating a systematically planned solar power generation project aligned with the housing project's electricity requirements. Additionally, he stressed the importance of efficient and systematic utilization  of land in the housing construction process. He noted that over 4,000 housing units have already been completed within the compound, transforming the area into a small-town-like community, and further necessities should be addressed accordingly.

He also provided instructions on other required actions. Afterward, the Senior General and party toured the housing compound by car to inspect  the facilities. He gave instructions to the responsible personnel to ensure the cleanliness, tidiness, and aesthetic appeal of the housing area, as well as the proper functioning of water supply and drainage systems. He then warmly greeted the war veterans and their families residing in the housing compound.

Following this, the Senior General and party visited the construction site of a shopping complex located at the corner of Bogyoke Road and Road No. (7) near the housing project.

At the site, Vice Chairman (1) of the Myanmar War Veterans Organization retired Lt-Gen Ye Aung, and the officials responsible for the construction briefed them on the progress of the project, key project details, the expected final outlook upon completion, major construction milestones achieved, and the efforts being made to ensure  completion within the designated timeline. Records of completed work were also presented.

In response to the briefing, the Senior General remarked that the shopping complex is being developed to improve the living standards of residents in Dagon Myothit (South) Town ship and those living in the Housing (Laytaungkan), as well  as to create more employment opportunities. He instructed that solar panels be installed  on rooftops to ensure a stable supply of electricity and that  solar power systems be implemented in unused areas of the project site. He emphasized the importance of systematically planting fast-growing trees and shade-providing windbreak trees to enhance the greenery and environment. Additionally, he highlighted the need for efficient drainage systems and for roads within the town to be  properly organized, with systematic  water flow management to prevent flooding. The Senior General inspected the progress  of the construction on-site, reviewed the updates provided by the responsible personnel, and gave necessary directives based on the findings.

Following this, the Senior General, along with his entourage, visited the Thilawa Multi-purpose Agriculture and Livestock Zone, located between the  Yangon River and Hmawun Creek in Kyauktan Township, to inspect the progress of the project.

First, at the livestock zone briefing hall, Chairman of the Myanmar Economic Corporation General Nyo Saw, Chairman of Myanmar Economic Holdings  Public Company Limited Lt-Gen San Oo, and other responsible personnel provided updates to the Senior General regarding the implementation of his directives.

They also presented the ongoing development of the Shwe Pyi Agriculture  and Livestock  Zone, the Thilawa Multi-purpose Agriculture and Livestock  Zone, and the 26-Mile Multi-purpose Agriculture and Livestock Zone, along with the operations at Shwe Mu Yin Fish Ponds, Ngwe Pinle Fisheries and Ngwe Pinle  Beef Cow Farming in Twantay Township. The presentation covered  various ongoing activities, including livestock and fisheries operations, the production of livestock, fish, and various types of eggs for distribution to the market at affordable prices, the operations of the cold storage factory in Hlaingthaya, and the future plans. Additionally, they outlined progress in dairy farming, beef cattle farming, layer chicken farming, and goat farming at the Sun Yae Inn Farming Zone, as well as plans for the establishment of a feed processing factory. All these updates were explained in detail.

In response to the presentations, the Senior General stated that the  establishment and operations of farming and livestock zones in Yangon Region aim to ensure sufficient supply of meat, fish, and seasonal crops  within the region. He emphasized that Yangon Region, with a population  of over 7 million, requiresthe strengthening of agricultural and livestock  activities to ensure food security. Additionally, due to the large number of factories and workshops in the region and its growing population, efforts must be made to balance supply and demand and to stabilize the prices of essential commodities by increasing the production of meat, fish, and seasonal crops.

He further highlighted the importance of systematic farming and livestock activities, not only within farming zones and stations but also through selfsufficient farming in rural villages. He  stressed the need for efficient production and ensuring the continuous availability of raw materials for livestock feed.

Similarly, efforts must also focus on producing an adequate supply of vegetables. He noted that increasing the production of essential food commodities is the key to reducing price inflation and called for successful implementation of these efforts.

In carrying out agricultural and livestock activities, it is necessary to move beyond traditional  and conventional methods toward systematic farming and livestock practices. The  Senior General emphasized the importance of continuously studying and adopting agricultural and livestock techniques from countries that have achieved success in these sectors.

Following this, the Senior General, along with his entourage, observed  displays of fish species bred within the Thilawa Multipurpose Agriculture and Livestock Zone, as well as exhibits  of products from the farming and livestock activities, including chicken eggs, duck eggs, and dairy products.

Later, the Senior General and party toured the Thilawa Multi-purpose Agriculture and Livestock Zone by car to inspect its operations.

Source: Myawady Web Portal

The statistics of Mawlaik District mentioned that a total of 2,006 acres of croplands have been placed under sunflower in Phaungpyin Township of Sagaing Region this year.

Starting from October last year, local farmers have been growing sunflower on 2,006 acres of croplands against the target of 2,436 acres of land.

Daw Kywe Kywe Hlaing, Head of Mawlaik District Agriculture Department commented: “Local authorities set a plan to grow 2,436 acres of sunflower in Phaungpyin Township but farmers planted 2,006 acres of sunflower. They are striving for meeting the target cultivation. Cultivation of sunflower aims to reduce import volume of palm oil abroad. Sunflower produces larger volume of oil than that of groundnut and sesame. Local farmers prefer to grow sun-flower in cold season rather than monsoon.”

Officials of Phaungpyin Town-ship Agriculture Department conduct training courses for local farmers and agricultural staff to enhance their capacity of growing sunflower without any difficulties.

Moreover, the department arranges provision of quality seeds of sunflower to local far-mers and sale of urea fertilizers at fair prices. Moreover, arrangements are being made to ex-change quality seeds of sun-flower among farmers. SMK

Source: Myawady Daily Newspaper 

MYANMAR conveyed over 1.5 million tonnes of various pulses between April and December of the current financial year 2024-2025, including 700,000 tonnes of black gram, 200,000 tonnes of pigeon pea and 400,000 tonnes of green gram, Myanmar Pulses, Beans, Maize and Sesame Seeds Merchants Association said.
Myanmar mainly exports black gram, green gram and pigeon peas to foreign markets. Of them, black gram and pigeon peas are primarily shipped to India, while green gram is exported to China and Europe.
India has growing demand and consumption requirements for black grams and pigeon peas. According to a Memorandum of Understanding between Myanmar and India signed on 18 June 2021, India will import 250,000 tonnes of black grams and 100,000 tonnes of pigeon peas (tur) from Myanmar for five consecutive years from 2021-2022 financial year to 2025-2026 FY. This G-to-G pact will not affect the pulses’ annual quota set by India.
Myanmar’s exporters are also entitled to deliver the pulses to India under that yearly quota. The Myanmar Pulses, Beans, Maize and Sesame Seeds Merchants Association stated that black grams, which India primarily purchases, are commonly found only in Myanmar, whereas pigeon peas, green gram and chickpeas are grown in African countries and Australia. — NN/KK

Source: The Global New Light  of Myanmar

A workshop for promoting bamboo products and export potentials was held on 17 January 2025 at the Ministry of Commerce in Nay Pyi Taw to enhance Myanmar’s bamboo sector and bolster bamboo exports, according to the Myanmar Trade Promotion Organization.
Deputy Minister U Min Min for Commerce addressed the objective of the workshop that concerted efforts need to be exerted to create export potential products and double exports through public-private partnerships following instructions of the head of the State. With the State supporting micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME) development, bamboo value-added production businesses will create job opportunities.
He urged to boost exports of bamboo products while observing the display of the bamboo products. Myanmar Trade Promotion Organization stated that the workshop also highlighted the topics regarding bamboo market conditions, production process, value-added production, productivity and bamboo outputs and sustainable bamboo resources.
Officials from the Commerce Ministry, Myanmar Bamboo Society, Myanmar Arts and Crafts Association, Myanmar Rattan and Bamboo Entrepreneurs Association, Bamboo shoot and bamboo growers’ group and related exporters were present at the workshop. — NN/ KK

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

NAY PYI TAW  January  17

A meeting to hold the Union Level MSME product exhibitions and competitions took place at the meeting hall of the Ministry of Industry in Nay Pyi Taw this afternoon, with an address by Chairman of the MSME Development Work Committee Vice Chairman of the State Administration Council Deputy Prime Minister Vice-Senior General Soe Win.

Also present at the meeting were Union Minister for Industry Dr Charlie Than, Nay Pyi Taw Council Chairman U Than Tun Oo, the Nay Pyi Taw Council member, the Vice Mayor, departmental heads and officials.

Speaking at the meeting, the Vice-Senior General said that Union Level MSME product exhibitions and competitions aims to continuously enhance products and services of MSME businesses, to use new value-added products at home and penetrate foreign markets, enhance collaborative efforts among MSME businesses in regions and states to supply needs of regions each other in the production chain and expose weak and strong points of processes, encourage relevant one region-one product businesses to have success, further create linkages between MSME businesses and internal and external investors, award Union level MSME model product prizes and enable MSME businesses to operate in the long run.

Moreover, the exhibitions and competitions must contribute to observation over weak and strong points of domestic products from Nay Pyi Taw Council Area, regions and states to improve their products. This will allow for necessary improvements and the opportunity for products to receive national-level branding. The exhibition and competition aim to ensure consumers are aware of the quality standards of products through certifications, which will lead to positive outcomes. Through the displays and presentations by relevant ministries, agencies, and business owners participating in the event, it will facilitate connections between MSME and related ministries, organizations, and businesses, creating opportunities for them to access resources, methods, practices, and other benefits provided by the ministries and affiliated organizations.

Regarding MSME products, business owners and officials should engage in discussions to understand the changes in customer behaviour, technology, information, investment, and market trends both internationally and within their own country. They should also be monitor the ongoing digital transformation, the use of online banking systems, and how to adapt to these changes. The shift from instore purchasing systems to online marketing systems should be understood, as well as regional preferences and consumption patterns. By staying informed and adaptable to market changes, they will be able to use online marketing and online payment systems more widely and effectively.

Moreover, through MSME exhibitions and competitions, new, high-quality products will emerge, and by exporting these quality products, foreign exchange earnings will be generated. Therefore, MSMEs should strive to export their products by understanding the product requirements and regulations of the importing countries. For example, to export products to China, it is necessary to obtain General Administration of Customs of the People’s Republic of China (GACC) approval. Similarly, they should also be aware of the trade restrictions of other countries. Therefore, relevant ministries should provide information and technology to entre-preneurs in a timely manner through various channels.

This MSME exhibition and competition is organized by the working committee, and the relevant working committees and subcommittees should learn from previous experiences and coordinate with each other to prevent shortcomings, weaknesses, and difficulties. They should also pay special attention to health and safety and conduct thorough inspections.

Furthermore, Union Minister Dr Charlie Than explained the arrangements for the opening ceremony of the national-level MSME product exhibition and competition, the pavilions of ministries, regions, and states, the types of products to be displayed, the types of competitions, and the award ceremony.

Subsequently, Deputy Minister for Industry and chairman of the organizing committee U Yin Maung Nyunt explained the formation of subcommittees and the arrangements for holding the union-level MSME product exhibition and competition.

Then, the chairmen and responsible persons of the security subcommittee, invitation, venue arrangement and hospitality subcommittee, archway and pavilion construction subcommittee, pavilion placement and display subcommittee, opening ceremony, award ceremony and entertainment subcommittee, competition, selection and award ceremony subcommittee, business/economic linkage subcommittee, administrative matters subcommittee, electricity supply subcommittee, information and publicity subcommittee, and finance subcommittee explained the work being carried out by their respective committees and the arrangements to be continued.

After that, the attendees made clarifications on the necessary matters for the successful holding of the MSME product exhibition and competition, and the Vice-Senior General Soe Win made a concluding remark by coordinating and summarizing the necessary matters.

This union-level MSME product exhibition and competition will be held at the Tapaung Ground, south of Upattasandi Pagoda in Nay Pyi Taw, from February 10 to 14, with approximately 80 pavilions including ministerial pavilions, regional/state pavilions, traditional food stalls, business-to-business (B2B) linkages, technology pavilions, foreign machinery and product pavilions, and small-scale industrial and cooperative product pavilions. A total of 31 types of awards will be given for various product categories.

Source: Myawady Web Portal