Figs aren't native to Malaysia, but farmers across Malaysia have started to perk up to this Mediterranean jewel. With over 300 varieties of figs, a slew of supposed health benefits, and a burgeoning family business, Mutiara Figs has been one of the first-movers in the Malaysian fig industry. We speak to its owners, AR Mohd. Hilmi and Aliyaa Suraiyai, to find out more.

<p>Figs aren't native to Malaysia, but farmers across Malaysia have started to perk up to this Mediterranean jewel. With over 300 varieties of figs, a slew of supposed health benefits, and a burgeoning family business, Mutiara Figs has been one of the first-movers in the Malaysian fig industry. We speak to its owners, AR Mohd. Hilmi and Aliyaa Suraiyai, to find out more.</p>

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