ShowTech MARDI 2025 to feature latest agricultural innovations, technologies
Organised by the Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute (MARDI), the event promises to be one of the largest of its kind, and is expecting around 500,000 visitors, ranging from farmers and agripreneurs to students, families, and the general public.
ShowTech MARDI 2025 will showcase a wide range of innovations developed by MARDI, while also offering direct product sales to visitors, including high-quality seeds, seedlings, and agricultural inputs.
Highlights of the event include the Plant Clinic and Entrepreneur Clinic, where visitors can receive expert advice on agriculture and agribusiness.
Attendees can also enjoy hands-on experience at various themed agricultural zones such as the Herb Garden, Vegetable Garden, Stingless Bee Enclosure, and Livestock Area, offering a glimpse into real farm environments.
For children, an interactive Kids' Zone will be available, featuring fun and educational programmes including Earth Hero (Safe Food Awareness), Agro EduGenius (Career Talks and CSI-style investigations), and AgroCulture, which includes a traditional Wau-making workshop.
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