Pictures of padi fields and rice mill
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Sunday, March 16, 2008
Second Day Experiences
Nurul Atikah
So sad! Today is already the second last day. I really enjoyed myself. I get to see the fishes. There are small and big fishes. Although the weather was hot, I still enjoyed it. The next best thing was the visit to the rice mill. We were given a chance to see up close the different stages of processing padi to polished rice. I could even touch padi /rice at the different stages of the process. We also get to see the processing of palm oil. So smelly though!
At the padi field, I missed the opportunity to feel the muddy padi field as I didn't want to get my feet dirty. Ha Ha.
The seafood lunch was good! We were given time to shop for awhile and have our own choice for dinner. Fun! I hope there will be this kind of trip in future to let us learn more about geography.
Nurul Huda
The breakfast was delicious! I took many rounds to eat. The fish farm is amazing! I saw many fishes in different ponds. Lunch at the seafood restaurant is SUPERB! I finished the whole side dish. Next was the oil palm plantation. Wearing the heavy safety boots and helmet and having to bear the odour of rotten fruits did not stop me in my quest for knowledge. The padi fields made me think of the old Malay movies that feature the Malay kampungs. As I went into the muddy fields, I could feel the mud and 'eeee'. I had fun though. The last minute shopping at Sunway was wonderful. I love this trip.
Tertiary Industry in Selangor - What attracts tourists to a natural environment?
In Selangor, a tourist attraction is Templer's Park, a tropical rainforest park with waterfalls as a main attraction. Besides the cascading waterfalls, altogether a series of 7 waterfalls, tourists also go there to enjoy the peaceful environment, the beautiful scenery and to see the plants and animals found there.
There are trees that have been around for years. There are unusual insects and animals like the monkeys are common sight. Visitors also go there for trekking, and taking a dip in the small rivers and plunge pools of the waterfalls. They can have fun with their families and friends and enjoy the cool water of the waterfalls or have picnics near the waterfalls.
When tourists visit these places, they will require the services of tourist-related providers such as tour guides, transport companies and small retail shops to get refreshment after a tiring adventure in the park. These activities generate income for the economy of Selangor.
Information provided by Siti Fatimah, Nurul Atiqah and Nurul Huda. Edited by Mr Yamin
Primary Industry in Selangor - Aquaculture
Tilapias swimming against currents created by the paddle-wheel (background of picture).Aquaculture
It is a type of farming that rears fish for sale.
Fish is an important component of human diet. In Selangor, in a fish farm called PKPS Farm Mart, tilapia is reared and 60,000 kg of it are sold per week and it is the biggest producer in Selangor. The farm produces tilapia only. There are 250,000 fishes in one pond and the average size of each tilapia is around 700g, each fish consumes 200g of fish food daily.
In PKPS Farm Mart, the tilapia is grown to have more meat as the ponds have simulated currents created by paddle-wheels. With the currents, the fishes become stronger as they are forced to swim against the current constantly, thus, giving a firmer texture of the meat.
The whole process of rearing tilapias is as follows:
- 1 month for the baby fish (fry) in the nursery
- After 2 months in the growing pond, the fishes are put in the final stage ponds
- Feeding is done via the auto feeder, which cut down the need for more manpower
PKPS Farm Mart makes RM42,000 a month from the sale of the tilapias.
It is a type of farming that rears fish for sale.
Fish is an important component of human diet. In Selangor, in a fish farm called PKPS Farm Mart, tilapia is reared and 60,000 kg of it are sold per week and it is the biggest producer in Selangor. The farm produces tilapia only. There are 250,000 fishes in one pond and the average size of each tilapia is around 700g, each fish consumes 200g of fish food daily.
In PKPS Farm Mart, the tilapia is grown to have more meat as the ponds have simulated currents created by paddle-wheels. With the currents, the fishes become stronger as they are forced to swim against the current constantly, thus, giving a firmer texture of the meat.
The whole process of rearing tilapias is as follows:
- 1 month for the baby fish (fry) in the nursery
- After 2 months in the growing pond, the fishes are put in the final stage ponds
- Feeding is done via the auto feeder, which cut down the need for more manpower
PKPS Farm Mart makes RM42,000 a month from the sale of the tilapias.
Informations provided by Martin, Kun Xiang and Jia Yi. Edited by Mr Yamin.
More pictures will be posted soon.
Thursday, March 13, 2008
First Day Experiences
So far so good. The bus trip was relaxing. The hike was inspiring and I saw what a natural scenery is like. The lunch and dinner were yummy and we got to try many dishes and the meals were more than sufficient. Got to experiences wildlife - birds' chirping and monkeys! Hotel room is huge, cool and magnificient. I like it.
- Cheryl
The whole trip so far was good. Had fun and the experience of being in the waterfall was great. Lunch was a great surprise! Lots of food. Dinner was great, very nice and can't stop eating. Shopping time was short but still can get the things that I want.
- Xin Ying
Along the way in Malaysia, I had a great time. No problems whatsoever. The experiences I had at the waterfall were fruitful. Climbing the hill to the waterfalls and looking at the monkeys were fun! I benefits me with knowledge on geography. The lunch was totally surprising. I didn't expect the food to be so great! Meals and breaks today were satisfying. I can't wait for tomorrow, for more new experiences.
- Mei Hui
I like the waterfall as it was very scenic, even though the trip on the way was boring, I felt it was worth it.
- Daniel
I felt that it was worth it when it comes to food that was appetizing and with lots of variety. I bet all of us couldn't stop eating!
- Afiqah
- Cheryl
The whole trip so far was good. Had fun and the experience of being in the waterfall was great. Lunch was a great surprise! Lots of food. Dinner was great, very nice and can't stop eating. Shopping time was short but still can get the things that I want.
- Xin Ying
Along the way in Malaysia, I had a great time. No problems whatsoever. The experiences I had at the waterfall were fruitful. Climbing the hill to the waterfalls and looking at the monkeys were fun! I benefits me with knowledge on geography. The lunch was totally surprising. I didn't expect the food to be so great! Meals and breaks today were satisfying. I can't wait for tomorrow, for more new experiences.
- Mei Hui
I like the waterfall as it was very scenic, even though the trip on the way was boring, I felt it was worth it.
- Daniel
I felt that it was worth it when it comes to food that was appetizing and with lots of variety. I bet all of us couldn't stop eating!
- Afiqah
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
What We Have Learnt
The trip in Templer's Park was adventurous and exciting, up the slopes and through the rainforest to get up close the cascading waterfalls at 5 different levels. Since it was our first time there, we were anxious to find out more and observe everything carefully. It was awesome!
- Afiqah, Innayah and Hanis
We learnt more about waterfalls at Templer's Park than in the classroom. Well, it's more fun to take a closer look at nature. We learnt that waterfalls can form at different levels along the river and they are called cascading waterfalls. What we saw were not quite the same as what we imagined what the textbook said. Now we know better what it really is.
- Jiayi, Kun Xiang, Martin
At Templer's Park, we learnt that there are quite a few trees that have been around for years and are still standing today. This is good for our geographical knowledge, knowing more about natural features that we learnt in the textbook.
- Azmeer
The waterfalls in Templer's Park are the main attraction for tourists who come to see them and take a plunge in the pools at the foot of the waterfalls.
- Yi Ting & Sherlene
The scenery at the waterfalls was beautiful but it was tiring climbing to get to the waterfalls. There were many obstacles but many of us managed to overcome them. This adventurous hike to see the waterfalls is one of the many things that tourists can do at the Templer's Park.
- Shi Hui, Shao Min, Audris
- Afiqah, Innayah and Hanis
We learnt more about waterfalls at Templer's Park than in the classroom. Well, it's more fun to take a closer look at nature. We learnt that waterfalls can form at different levels along the river and they are called cascading waterfalls. What we saw were not quite the same as what we imagined what the textbook said. Now we know better what it really is.
- Jiayi, Kun Xiang, Martin
At Templer's Park, we learnt that there are quite a few trees that have been around for years and are still standing today. This is good for our geographical knowledge, knowing more about natural features that we learnt in the textbook.
- Azmeer
The waterfalls in Templer's Park are the main attraction for tourists who come to see them and take a plunge in the pools at the foot of the waterfalls.
- Yi Ting & Sherlene
The scenery at the waterfalls was beautiful but it was tiring climbing to get to the waterfalls. There were many obstacles but many of us managed to overcome them. This adventurous hike to see the waterfalls is one of the many things that tourists can do at the Templer's Park.
- Shi Hui, Shao Min, Audris
Monday, March 10, 2008
Short Video on Malaysia's Palm Oil Industry
Check out how the Malaysian government promotes its palm oil industry.
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