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@ AGROBiz | January-February . 2025

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Kay Mathy | Publisher kaymathy @ revonmedia . com Law Beng Chee | Chief Executive Officer bclaw @ revonmedia . com
EDITORIAL ADVISORY BOARD
� Dato ’ Dr Mohmed Razip Hassan � Dato ’ Fauzi Omar � Prof Dr Yumi Zuhanis Has-Yun Hashim � Adi Satria
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P04 | LOCAL NEWS From space to soil The palm sector is reaching for the stars with its new collaboration .
P05 Boosting local agriculture FAMA urges the people to start choosing local fruits over imports .
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P06 | FOREIGN NEWS Cultivating growth The World Bank has approved $ 325.10 million to modernise Uttar Pradesh ’ s agricultural landscape .
P07 Reducing reliance on imports China aims to stabilise their food security amidst growing tensions with international partners .
P08 | COVER STORY Cultivating self-reliance The Secretary-General of Agriculture & Food Security outlines a clear roadmap for transforming outdated systems and driving sustainable growth in the agrofood sector .
P09 Future-proofing agriculture Strengthening farms , supply chains , and halal exports for longterm growth .
P10-11 Farming for tomorrow Modern technology meets traditional farming for a resilient future .
P12 Transforming rice farming A newly signed MoU will focus on modernising rice-based cropping systems in the Phillipines .
P14-15 Essential goods , direct access With a commitment to quality and affordability , Kedai FGV connects Malaysians to essential food products .