Problems and prospects of rattan handicrafts in Malaysia


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Raja Fuziah Raja Tun Uda, . (1985) Problems and prospects of rattan handicrafts in Malaysia. [Proceedings Paper]

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This paper provided an overview of the types and uses of traditional rattan handicrafts found in Malaysia. It proceeded to identify the problems facing the industry today describes the position and attituded of the artisans and offered suggestions on how these problems could be overcome through the concerted efforts of product development and the upgrading of skills and marketing. The role of the policymaker was also identified as an important factor in fostering the growth and development of the industry. The overview is based primarily on observations and not deduced from empirical studies. This was because of a lack of data available on rattan handicrafts.


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Abstract

This paper provided an overview of the types and uses of traditional rattan handicrafts found in Malaysia. It proceeded to identify the problems facing the industry today describes the position and attituded of the artisans and offered suggestions on how these problems could be overcome through the concerted efforts of product development and the upgrading of skills and marketing. The role of the policymaker was also identified as an important factor in fostering the growth and development of the industry. The overview is based primarily on observations and not deduced from empirical studies. This was because of a lack of data available on rattan handicrafts.

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Item Type: Proceedings Paper
Additional Information: Available at Perpustakaan Sultan Abdul Samad Universiti Putra Malaysia 43400 UPM Serdang Selangor Malaysia. SB261 R3R237 1984 Call Number.
AGROVOC Term: Canes and rattans
AGROVOC Term: Calamus spp
AGROVOC Term: Handicrafts
AGROVOC Term: Home economics
AGROVOC Term: Industry
AGROVOC Term: Forest products
AGROVOC Term: Malaysia
Geographical Term: MALAYSIA
Depositing User: Ms. Suzila Mohamad Kasim
Last Modified: 24 Apr 2025 05:14
URI: http://webagris.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/12285

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