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New Straits Times
a day ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
Agriculture TVET graduates' marketability rate at 81.23pct
SHAH ALAM: The marketability rate of Agriculture Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) graduates under the Agriculture and Food Security Ministry (KPKM) rose to 81.23 per cent last year from 78.1 per cent in 2023. Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu said the average has been on an upward trend for the past five years even though it remains under the national average, and that TVET is viewed as a catalyst as it nurtures young talent who are not only skilled in theories but excel in practical applications. "In line with the Industrial Revolution 4.0, the agriculture sector requires a new approach to boost productivity, especially through robotic technology, Internet of Things (IoT), and artificial intelligence (AI), with minimum resources. "Modern agriculture is no longer about hoes and soil but I'm sure TVET students understand it is about high technology, automation, drones and smart farming to ensure future security," he said during his speech at the Agriculture TVET@KPKM Carnival here today. The programme brought together 460 agriculture TVET students and over 200 employees from 16 TVET training institutes from the country and introduced 45 new innovations. For Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM), the highest marketability rate for graduates was in the poultry field, with 100 per cent, followed by ruminant field and small machinery maintenance, at 93.2 per cent and 92.3 per cent respectively, while catch fishery and padi production both had the same marketability rate, at 91.7 per cent, he said. "Currently the ministry has produced 25,783 graduates since the National Agriculture Skill Training Programme began in 1969. "We hope that with the additional skilled labour in the field, we can boost the national agrofood industry competitiveness in the global market and ensure the continued food supply for the country," he said. – Bernama
The Sun
a day ago
- Business
- The Sun
Agriculture TVET graduates' employability hits 81.23 pct in Malaysia
SHAH ALAM: The employability rate of graduates from Agriculture Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) under the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) climbed to 81.23 per cent in 2023, up from 78.1 per cent the previous year. Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu highlighted the consistent five-year growth in graduate marketability, though it still trails the national average. He emphasised TVET's role in shaping skilled professionals adept in both theory and hands-on applications. 'Modern agriculture is no longer about hoes and soil. TVET students now engage with robotics, IoT, AI, drones, and smart farming to enhance productivity with minimal resources,' Mohamad said during the Agriculture TVET@KPKM Carnival. The event gathered 460 students and 200 employees from 16 institutes, showcasing 45 innovations. For Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM) graduates, poultry led with 100 per cent employability, followed by ruminant farming (93.2 per cent) and small machinery maintenance (92.3 per cent). Catch fishery and padi production both recorded 91.7 per cent. Since 1969, KPKM has produced 25,783 graduates, aiming to strengthen Malaysia's agrofood industry globally and secure national food supply.
