Background

Current global food price hike has raised serious concerns on the availability and security of food for Malaysia. This situation may cause the government to increase subsidies in order to maintain prices of food in local market. Several programs and policies were initiated by the government to improve and strengthen the agricultural and agro-based industry.

Issues like low yield, high operational cost, and inefficient resource utilization can be solved by implementing new and practical technology. Technology in agriculture varies from farm mechanization, controlled environment production system, postharvest and food processing, water engineering management and also latest technology involving automation and sensor applications. This is where the functions and anticipations of engineers play key roles in developing and promoting these technologies.

The conference intends to provide a platform for all players in agriculture and food industries in Malaysia to deliberate and address productivity related issues that are besetting Malaysian agriculture. It also aims to share experiences and seek opportunities on the adoption and application of cost effective mechanization technologies.

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