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New Straits Times
25-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Asean Summit: Showing delegates how tech can boost food security
KUALA LUMPUR: The Agriculture and Food Security Ministry is intensifying initiatives in the agro-food value chain by leveraging technology and innovation to strengthen food security and boost productivity. These efforts are being highlighted through an exhibition and sales showcase held in conjunction with the 46th Asean Summit at the KL Convention Centre here. Azwa Affendi Bakhtiar, the ministry's undersecretary of the food and agro-based industry division, said challenges related to food security included high dependence on imports, rising input costs and climate change issues such as floods, which have affected farmers' yields. "Our efforts are focused on increasing agricultural output and productivity, as well as reducing dependency on imports. "What we are showcasing here is how we use innovation through agricultural technology to boost productivity and lower costs. "It also helps reduce dependency on foreign labour and ultimately increase domestic sales," he said at the ministry's booth here on Friday. He said the exhibition featured research and development (R&D) efforts from the ministry and agencies such as Federal Agricultural Marketing Authority, the Agriculture Department and the Fisheries Department. "For example, through R&D, the Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute has developed Malaysia's own variety of onions and a new pineapple grade called MS16." He said the ministry was working with strategic partners, such as the Malaysia Digital Economy Corp, to highlight technologies that incorporate digitalisation and artificial intelligence in the three key subsectors — livestock, agriculture, and fisheries. "We are showing a variety of products intended for export.
Barnama
24-05-2025
- Business
- Barnama
KPKM Rolls Out Tech, AI To Strengthen Food Security
REGION - CENTRAL > NEWS The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) has set up a sales and exhibition booth for visitors in conjunction with the 46th ASEAN Summit at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) today. Visitors toured the sales and exhibition booth of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) in conjunction with the 46th ASEAN Summit at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) today. By Aisha Hani Nor Azmir KUALA LUMPUR, May 24 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) is strengthening its core food production sectors by implementing initiatives powered by digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI). KPKM Agricultural Modernisation Division Secretary Azwa Affendi Bakhtiar said AI is being leveraged alongside advancements in genetic engineering to develop high-quality, resilient crop and livestock breeds. Citing an example, he said the Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute (MARDI) has successfully produced several new varieties, including locally cultivated onions and MS16 pineapples. "In collaboration with strategic partners such as Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) and Aerodyne, we are integrating the latest digital technologies, including AI, across our three primary sub-sectors—agriculture, livestock and fisheries," he told Bernama at the KPKM sales and exhibition booth held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) in conjunction with the 46th ASEAN Summit and Related Meetings. He added that AI adoption is expected to enhance the sustainability of the national food supply policy and support large-scale production at reduced costs. "This can further boost the agricultural sector's role as a key export contributor while enhancing its attractiveness to foreign investors," he said. Azwa Affendi said the ministry's participation in the exhibition offers a platform to highlight the success of locally developed technologies and export-oriented agricultural products, including those from entrepreneurs under the guidance of the Farmers' Organisations Board, the Federal Agricultural Marketing Authority (FAMA), and other related agencies.
Malaysian Reserve
24-05-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
KPKM rolls out tech, AI to strengthen food security
THE Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) is strengthening its core food production sectors by implementing initiatives powered by digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI). KPKM Agricultural Modernisation Division Secretary Azwa Affendi Bakhtiar said AI is being leveraged alongside advancements in genetic engineering to develop high-quality, resilient crop and livestock breeds. Citing an example, he said the Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute (MARDI) has successfully produced several new varieties, including locally cultivated onions and MS16 pineapples. 'In collaboration with strategic partners such as Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) and Aerodyne, we are integrating the latest digital technologies, including AI, across our three primary sub-sectors—agriculture, livestock and fisheries,' he told Bernama at the KPKM sales and exhibition booth held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) in conjunction with the 46th ASEAN Summit and Related Meetings. He added that AI adoption is expected to enhance the sustainability of the national food supply policy and support large-scale production at reduced costs. 'This can further boost the agricultural sector's role as a key export contributor while enhancing its attractiveness to foreign investors,' he said. Azwa Affendi said the ministry's participation in the exhibition offers a platform to highlight the success of locally developed technologies and export-oriented agricultural products, including those from entrepreneurs under the guidance of the Farmers' Organisations Board, the Federal Agricultural Marketing Authority (FAMA), and other related agencies. 'At the same time, we aim to share with our ASEAN counterparts how Malaysia is addressing food security challenges through home-grown technology,' he said. Themed 'The Heritech Malaysia' — a portmanteau of heritage and technology — the exhibition features 36 booths and 25 exhibitors from local companies and various industries. Open to the public until Sunday, the event includes live demonstrations of traditional handicrafts, as well as interactive digital displays and videos. In addition to hosting the 46th ASEAN Summit under the theme 'Inclusivity and Sustainability', Kuala Lumpur will also host the 2nd ASEAN-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Summit and the ASEAN-GCC-China Summit next week. — BERNAMA
The Sun
24-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
KPKM rolls out tech, AI to strengthen food security
KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) is strengthening its core food production sectors by implementing initiatives powered by digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI). KPKM Agricultural Modernisation Division Secretary Azwa Affendi Bakhtiar said AI is being leveraged alongside advancements in genetic engineering to develop high-quality, resilient crop and livestock breeds. Citing an example, he said the Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute (MARDI) has successfully produced several new varieties, including locally cultivated onions and MS16 pineapples. 'In collaboration with strategic partners such as Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) and Aerodyne, we are integrating the latest digital technologies, including AI, across our three primary sub-sectors—agriculture, livestock and fisheries,' he told Bernama at the KPKM sales and exhibition booth held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) in conjunction with the 46th ASEAN Summit and Related Meetings. He added that AI adoption is expected to enhance the sustainability of the national food supply policy and support large-scale production at reduced costs. 'This can further boost the agricultural sector's role as a key export contributor while enhancing its attractiveness to foreign investors,' he said. Azwa Affendi said the ministry's participation in the exhibition offers a platform to highlight the success of locally developed technologies and export-oriented agricultural products, including those from entrepreneurs under the guidance of the Farmers' Organisations Board, the Federal Agricultural Marketing Authority (FAMA), and other related agencies. 'At the same time, we aim to share with our ASEAN counterparts how Malaysia is addressing food security challenges through home-grown technology,' he said. Themed 'The Heritech Malaysia'—a portmanteau of heritage and technology—the exhibition features 36 booths and 25 exhibitors from local companies and various industries. Open to the public until Sunday, the event includes live demonstrations of traditional handicrafts, as well as interactive digital displays and videos. In addition to hosting the 46th ASEAN Summit under the theme 'Inclusivity and Sustainability', Kuala Lumpur will also host the 2nd ASEAN-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Summit and the ASEAN-GCC-China Summit next week.
The Star
24-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Agriculture Ministry rolls out tech, AI to strengthen food security
KUALA LUMPUR: The Agriculture and Food Security Ministry is strengthening its core food production sectors by implementing initiatives powered by digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI). Its Agricultural Modernisation Division Secretary Azwa Affendi Bakhtiar said AI is being leveraged alongside advancements in genetic engineering to develop high-quality, resilient crop and livestock breeds. Citing an example, he said the Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute (Mardi) has successfully produced several new varieties, including locally cultivated onions and MS16 pineapples. "In collaboration with strategic partners such as Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) and Aerodyne, we are integrating the latest digital technologies, including AI, across our three primary sub-sectors-agriculture, livestock and fisheries," he told Bernama. Azwa Affendi said this at the sales and exhibition booth held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre in conjunction with the 46th Asean Summit and Related Meetings on Saturday (May 24). He added that AI adoption is expected to enhance the sustainability of the national food supply policy and support large-scale production at reduced costs. "This can further boost the agricultural sector's role as a key export contributor while enhancing its attractiveness to foreign investors," he said. Azwa Affendi said the ministry's participation in the exhibition offers a platform to highlight the success of locally developed technologies and export-oriented agricultural products, including those from entrepreneurs under the guidance of the Farmers' Organisations Board, the Federal Agricultural Marketing Authority (FAMA), and other related agencies. "At the same time, we aim to share with our Asean counterparts how Malaysia is addressing food security challenges through home-grown technology," he said. Themed 'The Heritech Malaysia'-a portmanteau of heritage and technology-the exhibition features 36 booths and 25 exhibitors from local companies and various industries. Open to the public until Sunday, the event includes live demonstrations of traditional handicrafts, as well as interactive digital displays and videos. In addition to hosting the 46th Asean Summit under the theme 'Inclusivity and Sustainability', Kuala Lumpur will also host the 2nd Asean-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Summit and the Asean-GCC-China Summit next week. - Bernama
