PUTRAJAYA, 10 November 2026 (The Capital Post) – Mohd Shukur bin Khalid has been appointed as the new director-general of the National Kenaf and Tobacco Board (LKTN), effective Tuesday, 10 November 2026.
Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Dr Noraini Ahmad presented the appointment letter to Mohd Shukur during an official ceremony held in Putrajaya on Tuesday.
The appointment marks a leadership change at LKTN, the agency responsible for overseeing the development of Malaysia’s kenaf and tobacco industries.
The Ministry of Plantation and Commodities (KPK) expressed hope that the appointment would strengthen LKTN’s leadership and strategic direction, particularly in advancing the development of the country’s kenaf and tobacco sectors.
The ministry also emphasised the importance of maintaining industry competitiveness and sustainability as part of the agency’s continued development efforts.
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Also present at the ceremony were KPK Deputy Secretary-General Shafie Taib and the ministry’s Human Resource Management Division Secretary Mohd Rizal Mohd Rosli.
The ministry congratulated Mohd Shukur on his appointment and expressed confidence in his ability to carry out the responsibilities entrusted to him.
According to a post on the official Facebook page of Kementerian Perladangan dan Komoditi – KPK, the appointment is expected to strengthen LKTN’s leadership and support the continued development of Malaysia’s kenaf and tobacco industries. – The Capital Post
