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The Pineapple Museum is dedicated to this tropical plant, with interesting exhibits, artifacts, publications and information on the pineapple industry in Malaysia."
Dedicated to the namesake tropical fruit, the Pineapple Museum tells the story of the pineapple cultivation and industry in Malaysia from beginning to end - from the early beginnings of pineapple as one of Malaysia's agricultural products, the roles that the government and private sectors played in the sector, through to the progress that has led to its present status. There is also an interesting exhibit on the biology of the pineapple plant.
One section of the museum focuses on the cultivation methods of the pineapple, providing insightful information on planting techniques, pest and disease control, commercial planting, and maintenance guidelines.
You will also be able to see how the pineapple fruit is processed, from the field into the factory, where it is canned. The Museum houses one of the most extensive collection of artifacts, exhibits, publications and information pertaining to the pineapple industry in Malaysia.
A special sectoin is dedicated to illustrate the different varieties of pineapples planted in Malaysia. Some 18 varieties of pineapples is also displayed in various stages of process, from freshly cut pineapples from the fields, through to canned pineapple displays, from commercial pineapple plants to ornamental ones. Details such as the fruit shape and colour, sugar content and the different kinds of materials used in pineapple planting is also described.
For more information, please contact:
Musium Nanas Negeri Johor
Batu 32, Jalan Johor
Pontian,
Tel: (+607) 6868750 / 687 1249
Fax: (+607) 687067
Last viewed - May 22, 2012
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