As the Pahang government embarks on a major operation to clear out unlicensed farms in Tanah Rata, Cameron Highlands, affected farmers are appealing for more time as well as a dialogue in hopes for a more favourable resolution.

According to Pahang Menteri Besar Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail, 61 farms spanning 55 hectares will be cleared to prevent the Kuala Terla water catchment area from being further polluted.

The first phase, which began on Feb 25 and will run till mid-March, involves clearing 11 farms.

Fifty farms will be affected in the second phase, which is scheduled to begin in April...