MALACCA AG. DEV

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The project would provide for replanting of old rubber areas totalling about 9,000 ha and maintenance up to tapping of about 5,300 ha of rubber replanted in 1976-81; construction and rehabilitation of small irrigation and drainage schemes for about 4,400 ha; distribution of about 2,500 crossbred heifers to smallholders and the construction of a milk collection center; development of about 260 ha of fishponds; construction of about 140 km of farm and access roads; and improvement of agricultural support services. The project would also provide for equipment and vehicles for operation and maintenance, staff and farmer training, and consulting services for studies, design and construction supervision.