I guess it shall take another year before we can do that.Regards. “Since we are here, we can get our supply of fresh figs to the market within a few hours at reasonable prices all year round,” he says. Like other fig farmers, Shamsul is hoping that the research will bear fruit soon. Sorry Jon, the figs are still too immature to propagate at the moment. Sorry Wierlliemz Chan, the fruits of the Black Mission had all dropped, now am not sure if these stocks are good for Malaysia, have to wait till next season to confirm if these can set fruits. Figs also grow well and look great when espaliered against a wall. Pollinating insects(for most varieties, a tiny wasp) gain acce… You can buy figs as bare-rooted stock or in pots at the nursery. … The Fresh FIG Farm We are the FRESH FIG Farm in Malaysia. Many other enterprising individuals have already successfully begun their own fig farms. Hi Raymond!I am helping my lecturer gather info on fig cuttings and where they will be available for sale and also their price. Shamsul’s first introduction to figs was during a visit to a nursery in New Zealand where he was actually looking to buy a climbing rose. Thank you JY Chua for your visit & interest, very sorry am temporary away from my farm at the moment.I think there are some people selling Figs in Seremban. Don’t get caught paying for fruit trees, when you can easily clone them for free. I see another one near my building City one, behind Dang Wangi Police quarter. Fig trees grow in a range of soil types, including clay, though they detest having wet feet for extended periods. It’s a portion of stem that expanded into a sac containing flowers that grow internally. Other ways to obtain fig trees is to plant root suckers from other trees or obtain divisions or cuttings from mature plants. As with roots and leafs, it is even more pricey. Once the figs appear, apply liquid tomato fertiliser every two to three weeks during the growing season, until they start to ripen. How to Plant Figs. In November last year, having served Malaysia Airlines for 20 years, he gave notice that he wanted to opt for early retirement. For now, Saf Fa Fig Garden sells its produce only through social media platforms such as Facebook. Nowadays thanks to some planters, fig trees are thriving in our tropical weather. Also I feel that most are moving from cuttings to air layering. But recently when I join a closed group on Facebook that call Malaysia Gardeners I notice that many friends talk and exchange ideas and information on Fig and growing it in their garden. The Spaniards later took the fig to other parts of the world. Apply some compost and mulch after planting. Shamsul explains that in Malaysia, figs also grow faster. Today, he has about 2,000 fig trees on two acres (0.8ha) of land near Kuala Pilah, Negri Sembilan that he also plans to turn into an eco-tourism attraction. Hi Ahmad, sorry, all my black Jack died. Planting figs in a tropical country also means the trees are more prone to pests. However, Lawrence and Cheah weren’t satisfied just selling fresh figs. Yes, Ara, Tin, Fig are the same. Place one seed in each hole and cover with soil. The lant fruits faster if we propagate from cuttings (cloning)Should we plant from seeds, it takes a longer time for the plant to mature & fruits. please email me azrirahim@yahoo.com. Hi RaymondDo you have fig plan or cutting to sale now?Email me at klneng@yahoo.com or klneng@gmail.comRegardsVincent, From Sri Lanka. Am already transferring the figs to our farm. The fig is yet to become a regular item on the Malaysian menu, but several enthusiasts, such as Shamsul Akmal Shamsudin, have begun cultivating the fruit in anticipation of a growing demand. Do inform if it works. Notable people from around the world recognized for their work on Figs. The flowers are tiny and out of sight—clustered inside the green “fruits.” Technically, figs aren’t fruits, but synconium, a special structure of a bunch of tiny flowers that are arranged within this cavity. Apart from freshly plucked figs, he plans to sell fig juice, fig gelato and ice cream, fig jam, chocolate-coated figs, dried figs and even fig tea. Hi Raymon,I am from seremban and newbie to Figs, i am interested to buy some cutting or potted plant from you. Hi KeanHon, thank you for your interest. In Europe the fig fruits only in the summer months, severely limiting the harvest but in hot and sunny Malaysia, figs fruit all year round. Raymond, I wish to buy any type. Pls email me at : wvoo@hotmail.sgThanksWendy, Hello Wendy, sorry for the late reply. Hi Raymond, I really love figs and am thrilled they can be planted in msia! This garden should look very different in a few month’s time, as we are about ready to delete everything and redo the whole area with proper trellis, irrigation, a hydroponic element, and design that is more pleasing to the eyes. When he is not traversing the globe in search of more varieties of figs, Shamsul is at his farm, caring for his plants and planning for the future. Prune the branches down to 4 strong shoots, which will lead in the production of fruit. More typically, their heights range from 10 – 30 ft. Botanically, the fig isn’t actually a fruit but a syconium. Start applying the … Apart from fresh figs and juice, Saf Fa Fig Garden will also offer fig soap, perfume, lotions and supplements. (I believe diabetes is caused by a lack of insulin, so how can reducing the amount of insulin in the body help a diabetic?). “They are a good source of potassium, a mineral that helps to control blood pressure. “It also starts fruiting at that age. Outside his office is a covered work area where three employees are busily preparing soil with a balanced mix of minerals that are vital for the saplings to grow. In ancient Rome, it was almost sacred. CAn sotings and advising me technically as to how get rooted and how to take care of Figsmeone assist me by selling few cut. So sad. Fresh figs do not have a long shelf live so most Malaysians have only tasted the dried ones which are imported from Europe. Make sure your tree is well watered through summer and mulch around it with pea straw or barley straw. “It’s something you cannot explain. why only cuttings; cant the seeds be germinated? thanks. hi, im interested to buy 1 small tree of black jack. Figs don’t require formal training; just thin or head back as needed to control size. The café overlooks a postcard scene of herons surveying padi fields for food. Hi, I'm interested to buy some of the fig cutting from you. Thank you for viewing our blog. "I HAVE NEVER THOUGHT FIG TREE CAN GROW IN MALAYSIA." Hi Bronnie, Figs take 2-3 years to fruit, is it an early variety or main crop variety? After the tree matures, prune back every spring before the figs begin to grow. Hello Salmah din, thank you for your visit. Pls email me at lauliyen@gmail.comThank you! Growing figs is a simple process. what is the price and where is your nursery. Of course he knew next to nothing about cultivating figs at that time so to learn more, he joined a Facebook group comprising people who were enthusiastic about the plant. Like to learn and grow figs which is not available in Sri Lanka. What is the average height when planted in an urn? Thank you. Although figs can tolerate dry conditions they need plenty of water during the growing season to produce large succulent fruit. Propagation Methods Favorite Varieties A year in the life of a northern grown fig Fig Shuffle Growing Winter Storage What to do with all those figs? “This will expand the agro-based products for the local and overseas markets,” he said. The greenhouses are home to some 2,000 fig trees and saplings of almost 500 varieties. Ever since I wanted to start on Fig 2 months ago, I had been trying to get some cuttings to start off. Hi, I'm interested to buy some of the fig cutting or a small plant from you. If you follow these few simple steps, your figs should be great producers for years to come: Growing Zones. Back-fill with compost and firm into place. It takes two to three years to start getting fruits from the mango tree but it takes only three to four months for the figs.” He finally left the company in February to concentrate on developing a business related to figs – his new found love. Give love and be patient in waiting. Some of them had already been cultivating figs for two or three years and they were happy to share their experience and knowledge and even their trials and errors,” he says. I hope to get your kind response. Hi, I'm interested to buy some of the fig cutting from you. The intake of the leaves in the form of tea and as a salad have allegedly reduced the amount of insulin needed by persons with diabetes who require insulin injections and is a remedy for gout sufferers. I built a small one and I soon saw what a difference it made to have control over temperature and water. In Malaysia, fig farming is still at the embryonic stage, but the favourable climatic condition is expected to help it to flourish. Shamsul’s fig farm is not the first or only one in Malaysia. Pruning. **If you can more of a bush than a tree, begin training the plant to a bush form by cutting off the upper 1/3 of the fig at planting time. “I saw some fig trees and remember a friend once told me I should start collecting them,” he recalls. On the spot, he bought three fig plants and went on to buy hundreds more in his travels around the world. As with roots and leafs, it … On the market for figs, Mohamad Hafidz said he had his hands full meeting demands from hotel operators and health juice manufacturers. They plan to open a café where they’ll serve fresh figs. Am documenting the happenings and progress of our farms. Sharing our success and failure. We grow over 1000 fig species from middle east, North Africa, eastern and southern Europe. Under a memorandum of understanding signed between Saf Fa Fig Garden and UKM, the institution will conduct research on the tissue culture and active compounds of the fig fruit and leaf. However, the fig will lose its flavour if harvested early. Move figs growing in pots into a sunny location, outdoors, once there is no danger of frost. Edible figs grow to around 3m tall and 5m wide but can be larger. For container fig trees, grow them in a soil-based potting mix and add fine bark chips to improve drainage. It is believed that it was first cultivated in Egypt, later spreading to Greece where it became a staple food. © 2023 by "This Just In". It is not easy to describe the unique taste and texture of fresh figs. “If planting during summer make sure the soil is constantly kept moist,” YatesHorticulture Consultant Angie Thomas says. To lighten the potting mix, you can mix the perlite or sand in it. “We want to give our customers an eco-experience as they enjoy our figs and other products (such as fig gelato and fig tea) they may not have tried,” Shamsul says. The leaves are large and bright green, lending a tropical feel. I would like to purchase fig plant from you. fig; lychee (doubt this will actually fruit) pegaga, basil, lemongrass, chili & flower plant seedlings. I have just started too and it is addictive.Salmah. Saf Fa Fig Garden has teamed up with Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) in Bangi to conduct research on the properties of figs at a facility in Kuala Pilah called the UKM Biodiesel and Future Crops. Prune your fig tree in the summer of the second year, as it is not necessary to prune them during their first year of growth. The perfect time to plantis during the autumn and winter, so the trees can establish themselves while it’s cold. I'm interested to buy some of the fig cutting from you. The earliest mentions of the fruit can be found in the Bible as well as the Quran. The Greeks were so enamoured by the fig that they passed laws to prohibit the export of the best varieties of the fruit. Vegetable growing in Malaysia as an important industry in Food Production Sector. Some are moving to potted plants, the bigger the plant, higher the price. Dig around the outsi… A 2004 study on diabetic animals showed an essential compound in fig leaves normalised the values of the animals’ fatty acids and plasma VitaminE values which in turn should allow diabetics to inject less insulin, which is costly and often a life-long chore. As you can see this is our typical WEEKEND ACTIVITIES to serve each and everyone of our beloved visitors.Our aim is to educate the Malaysians the presence of Fig in Malaysia. would like to buy a live plant or cuttings from you. “It also starts fruiting at that age. Regards. Growing Figs in Michigan Why bother growing your own figs? Shamsul set up Saf Fa Fig Garden to focus on the fig business. In Malaysia, the figs we get are usually dried fruits or imported from Turkey, South Africa and Australia. Also some fruits do not have pollinated seeds, hence can not be germinated. This comment has been removed by the author. Shamsul Akmal Shamsudin, who co-owns Saf Fa Fig Garden, hopes to change that. Prune your figs when necessary. My e mail is choo_cc@yahoo.com. In spring, apply a general-purpose granular feed and mulch around the base of fan trained plants, with well-rotted organic matter, to retain moisture and suppress weeds. I have a small land space and would like to plant it in a pot/urn. Also I feel that most are moving from cuttings to air layering. I'm looking on those fig fruite with sweety or honey likes taste and not to be forgetten a juicy type too.So, pls email me your list of variety and stock that avail to let go.My email: keanhon@gmail.com. Figs are a good replacement for vegetables.”, Figs are also a sweet way to lose weight as they are fibre rich and it’s not just the fruit that aids health as the leaves also contain anti-diabetic properties. The saplings are allowed to germinate inside small cups before they are sent to the greenhouse. “A small tree of about a foot tall will grow through the roof of the greenhouse in just four months,” he says. Shamsul, 47, planted his first fig trees in the backyard of his home in Tampin. It requires full … For the connoisseur, the dried fig does not taste as good as the fresh variety. FigDirect Sdn Bhd, based in Perlis, is believed to be the first commercially planted fig farm in Malaysia and possibly the largest outdoor fig farm. Figs are known for many curative properties, Shamsul explains. “The infrastructure alone costs us more than RM400,000. Kindly check on Facebook, I think there is a couple of fig farm in Kedah and you can get figs from them. Figs make your health your wealth. Figs are an attractive deciduous tree and can reach up to 50 ft tall. “We sell only to friends now, but we will eventually market it properly and sell to restaurants and hotels,” he says. Shamsul says there are other fig farms where the “common varieties” are cultivated but he intends to stay focused on the premium stock. said by a visitor. Please feel free to contact me at ch9wong@gmail.com Thank you very much. “Once you get into figs, you’re hooked on it,” he says with a laugh. do u sell. Good luck to you too. The best times are late fall or … Please email me at iqinismail93@gmail.comThank you! He realised he loved working with figs so much that he wanted to do it fulltime. Last month it was announced by Northern Corridor Implementation Authority (NCIA) chief executive Datuk Redza Rafiq that the company will be part of a project that is targeting a superfruits market. In a country where bananas and papayas are the staples, one man hopes to make fresh figs a regular snack. Serembanonline is a website that tells you everything about Malaysia's best kept secret, Negeri Sembilan, or N9. Cultivating Fig in Malaysia is an expensive game. The common fig contains only female flowers and propagates without pollination. Shamsul Akmal Shamsudin is quite enamoured with this member of the mulberry family. Looking back when we first started, some people thought it was hard to grow fig trees in Malaysia as they believe it can only be found in the Middle East and Europe. In 2006 39,659 hectare vegetable grown with total production 572,687 metric tones increase to about 40,980 in 2010 with total production about 534,370 mt (estimated). Getting cuttings from Malaysia is rather pricey (personal opinion). Planting: Figs need a sunny spot, protected from winter winds. Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Plant new fig trees outside when they’re dormant. Hi Raymond,I love figs and would appreciate if you sell a fig plant to me. Figs can't stand temperatures that consistently fall below 0 degrees F. Still, you can actually get away with growing figs in colder climates if planted against a south-facing wall to benefit from the radiant heat. Once you start collecting it, that’s it,” he adds to emphasise his point. Divide up the nitrogen into 3 to 4 feedings. Contact Shamsul at his Face Book page: Shamsul Akmal Shamsudin (Saf Fa Fig Garden), © 2023 by "This Just In". There are also giant figs that can weigh up to 150g per fig. It takes two to three years to start getting fruits from the mango tree but it takes only three to four months for the figs.”. I found some trees near ampang park (car park, adjacent to G-Tower), is it a Fig Tree? Proudly created with Wix.com. “I first planted them in pots but I later learnt that figs must be cultivated in a greenhouse to flourish. “We now have about 500 varieties of fig trees but this is just our trial period. “A small tree of about a foot tall will grow through the roof of the greenhouse in just four months,” he says. He says the Malaysian climate is ideal for cultivating figs. Thank you ever so very much for sharing your experience. How to Plant Fig Trees: **Figs have a wide-ranging root system. Proudly created with. Hi RaymondDo you have any fig plants or cutting for sale now? Other cultivars require pollination. Getting cuttings from Malaysia is rather pricey (personal opinion). However, if your fig tree is not growing much (less than 12 inches in one growing season), you can add ½ to 1 pound of nitrogen supplement. In the Middle East, figs are seasonal fruits. Figs need high temperatures and inside the greenhouse it is really, really hot,” he explains. In another covered area are about 20 large drums of water that Shamsul describes as his “insurance against water shortage”. “Panache France and Croatian Dalmatie are my signature figs. Anyone has it? They need a sunny spot — full sun is vital — and well-drained soil. When growing figs in pots, the first consideration is to ascertain the appropriate varieties suitable for container grown figs. My email address is juanyoong@gmail.com. wtmkesong@hotmail.com, Hi Raymond, I'm from kedah and found intrested to fig planting after viewed few fig's blog include yours. Benelli Keeway TX200 Ride To Bukit Tinngi. Now you can purchase fresh figs from a local supermarket throughout the year. If you have them, using paving slabs to make a wall around the roots to further restrict them. Hi Raymond,I am Choo from Melaka. Our fig as still too small to propagate. He plans to open another four acres (1.6ha) next year for more fig cultivation. Unless grown in containers, most fig trees do not require regular fertilization. Our objective is to identify the fruiting pattern and culture of each variety so we can decide which saplings are the best,” he says. “There is lots of research done on the benefits of figs, and most boast the laxative qualities of figs in helping improve digestion,” they said. We have an agreement with the NS Daily Farm nearby to refer our customers to one another,” he adds. Figs need a constant and consistent supply of water, he explains. Of course we have the local fig trees but it just grow wild and most of the time folks in this country never use it for food. The greenhouses are not cheap but they are necessary to enable us to control the environment and to keep out pests such as insects, squirrels and monkeys and especially birds because they eat only the best varieties,” he says. Middle finger: dried fig seeds Make several small indents in the soil. A fruit favoured by ancient civilizations. Soon Shamsul’s backyard quickly filled up with fig trees and he knew then that his hobby had become a passion. Serembanonline will bring you all the good news and local stories you want to read and. The commercial growing of figs in Southeast Asia (SEA) has opened up more possibilities for innovating with this superfruit. Ever since I wanted to start on Fig 2 months ago, I had been trying to get some cuttings to start off. “We want to help develop eco-tourism here in Kampung Juasseh. Figs do best when planted in USDA zone 7 or higher. But unlike other plants, the fig tree lives for a century, making the initial investment all the more worthwhile. Buy your plants from a reputable nursery to avoid nematode problems with your figs. I would like to get more info from you if that's okay with you. Figs flourish in hot, dry climates and the fruit require all-day sun to ripen. “We expect to have another 4,000 fig trees on the new site,” he says. Ancient conquerors and travellers later introduced the fig to other regions of the Mediterranean before they were brought to the Western Hemisphere in the early 16th century. Cultivating Fig in Malaysia is an expensive game. Figara11 offers grade AA and giant figs too. Due to their strong interest, they decided to plant more fig trees not far from our home and it later turned into FTG in 2016. As a newbie kindly consider to start of with some hardy / low cost fig as it may die on you due to improper care. Hi, I'm a Vegan from Penang. Please feel free to contact me at dhizull@gmail.com Thank you very much. Is there any for sale? “We also have a facility at our farm dedicated to supplying fig plants for the research. Romulus and Remus – the mythical twin brothers who founded Rome – were said to have rested under a fig tree with the wolf that nurtured them. Figs are some of the most highly prized fruits, rich in fiber, nutrients, and antioxidants, they often cost a lot in stores due to their short shelf life. We have already given about 200 plants,” Shamsul says. On his two-acre farm outside Kuala Pilah, Shamsul has built 15 greenhouses, each measuring 20ft wide and 100ft long (6m by 30m). serembanonline will also help you locate the best places to visit in N9, where the best food can be found in N9, tell you what activities you can do in N9 and advise you on the best accomodation in Negeri Sembilan. Gauging our progress so that we can look back 25 years from now (2035). His job in logistics at Malaysia Airlines did take him places. Perhaps to prove his conviction that figs will find a following in Malaysia, Shamsul offers up a plate of the fruit for us to sample. The fig can trace its history back to the biblical era. An early fruiting variety fruits in spring, fruit forms in the previous autumn, and main crop varieties fruit in autumn. Please feel free to contact me.My email is teobetsy@yahoo.com, I'm looking for the American species of figs tree cuttings. No figs here. To plant fig trees, you can bring a healthy plant from a nearby nursery or if you have a fig tree nearby, then you can also propagate through its cutting. They come from Europe and they are of the premium variety. Shamsul explains that in Malaysia, figs also grow faster. In Malaysia, the papaya, banana and many other local fruits are harvested when they are 60% to 70% ripe and are on the shelf when they are 90% ripe. “I picked up a lot of knowledge and got many new ideas from the group. They are lusciously honey sweet with a texture that combines the chewy flesh with the smooth skin and the crunchy seeds. Dig a hole at least 3 times as wide as the rootball. Don't want to sell Figs that cant fruit in Malaysia. “We will then select the very best ones.”. But the partners of Saf Fa Fig Garden believe they can offer customers a new experience at their farm. Neither can they survive too much water but growing them in the greenhouse ensures that this does not happen. Use a … Thank you. Okay, good luck to you on next session. For him, this is just the start. Good luck in your venture. Figs can be planted virtually year-round but, as they are deciduous, there are good stocks available in winter, or you can grow your own at that time from a hardwood cutting. At our farm, we will focus on cultivating these two species,” he says. Figs are a flowering plant that are edible. We choose a few varities of good taste and long shelf life for cultivation. Use the light potting mixture to apply in trees. If you live in an area that has prolonged single digits over the winter months, you can’t grow figs … Figs are native and grow in the Middle East and Western Asia. While Western Asia and Northern Africa are the top two fig-producing regions globally, the situation may soon change, as Malaysia now has the largest commercially growing fig plantation in SEA. Please feel free to contact me at wierlliemz@gmail.com Thank you very much. They stand side by side, like army barracks. The fig plants start to yield fruits by the fourth to sixth month and each plant can produce up to 40kg per harvest,” he said. Each variety has an exquisitely delicious flavour and texture with subtle differences inside. How to plant a fig tree If growing your fig tree in the ground, dig a planting hole, and then part fill it with well-rotted manure and rubble, to help restrict roots. Based in Chuping at the Mas-Mas Permanent Forest Reserve in Chuping, Redza said the superfruits project with FigDirect would cover a 25ha site at the permanent forest reserve and that the objective is to increase production and processing of figs. 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