KUALA LUMPUR July 8, 2026 — The Ministry of Finance (MOF) announced today that RM400 in cash assistance under the BUDI Agri-Komoditi programme has been disbursed for the month of July 2026 to eligible small farmers (petani) and smallholders (pekebun kecil) across the country.
The aid, part of the broader BUDI MADANI (Bantuan Subsidi Madani) initiative, is specifically designed to help agricultural workers cope with higher diesel costs for farming machinery following the targeted rationalisation of diesel subsidies.
Key Details from the Announcement
- Amount: RM400 total per eligible recipient for July 2026.
- Breakdown: RM200 existing assistance + RM200 interim support.
- Eligibility: Small farmers and smallholders nationwide who submitted applications between 1 and 30 June 2026.
- Purpose: To offset increased operational costs in the agriculture and commodities sector.
The Ministry confirmed the payments via its official X account (@MOFmalaysia), accompanied by official infographics detailing the programme.
According to the official graphics released alongside the announcement, payments follow a structured monthly schedule based on application periods. For example:
- Applications from 1–30 June 2026 → Paid on 6 July 2026.
Similar monthly cycles apply throughout 2026, with applications and payments continuing on a rolling basis.
Applications for the BUDI MADANI Diesel assistance (including the Agri-Komoditi category) remain open. Eligible individuals can apply through the official portal:
http://budidiesel.gov.my
The programme is open to registered smallholders in sectors such as crops, livestock, aquaculture, and commodities (including palm oil, rubber, cocoa, pepper, and kenaf), subject to specific registration and turnover criteria with relevant ministries.
This latest disbursement continues the government’s efforts under the #EkonomiMADANI framework to provide targeted support to key economic contributors in the agricultural sector amid rising living and operational costs.
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