Close watch for veggies’ sake

JOHOR BARU: Farmers are watching the skies closely, worrying that the monsoon season may put a dent in the supply of vegetables.

Federation of Malaysian Vegetable Farmers Association president Tan So Tiok said the prices of a variety of vegetables had increased by 20% to 30% since a week ago as crops were yielding smaller quantities due to the rainfall and lack of sunlight.