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Association administrator Noreder Abdul Muti, said the initiative - carried out under its Urban Farming Programme - began in July 2022 with just one hydroponic system consisting of 40 pots contributed by the Perak Department of Agriculture. Photo by Bernama

Agriculture in Malaysia is evolving with drones and AI, but with an ageing population, the pressing question is who will carry on to secure the nation’s rice supply. Photo: Edited via Canva

UiTM Penang’s Faculty of Mechanical Engineering senior lecturer Associate Professor Dr Hamid Yusoff (right) and Malaysian Chinese Muslim Association (Macma) Penang branch chairman Ben Ooi Chooi Beng (two, right), together with participants, showcase mushrooms cultivated using the ‘iMistroom 2.0’ technology. - Photo by Bernama

Izham at the Selangor Pavilion at MAHA 2024 exploring modern agricultural technology and high-value crops like MeloSel (Melon Selangor). (Photo source: Izham Hashim Facebook)

Technological advancements, particularly the integration of Internet of Things (IoT) systems, have transformed farming into a more efficient and profitable enterprise. - 123RF

Izham Hashim during Sinar Daily's Fireside Chat interview session.

Starting from a small barn that could accommodate only 12 cows and 25 goats, he now proudly owns a 1.2-hectare farm capable of housing over 500 ruminants, with goats being the primary livestock. Photo by Bernama

Katibas assemblyman Lidam Assan has urged the predominantly farming community in the Song district to commercialise their agricultural activities, which will help them boost their income. - BERNAMA

Caretaker Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun - Photo by Bernama

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