January-February. 2026 | @ AGROBiz

• The National Food Security Policy 2030 serves as a comprehensive framework to ensure Malaysia’ s food security.

• Enactment of the National Food Security Act ensures a sustainable food supply for future generations.

• The policy is envisioned as a catalyst for inclusive national economic growth.

The launch ceremony was officiated by Deputy Prime Minister II Datuk Amar Fadillah Yusof, who is also Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation, at a hotel in Kuala Lumpur.

DKMN 2030 represented a continuation of transformation efforts in the agricultural sector, based on six key dimensions of food security: availability, accessibility, consumption, stability, sustainability, and agency.

It listed missions, strategies, and action plans aligned with Key Performance Indicators( KPIs) that measured performance across four key aspects: contribution to economic growth, the well-being of the populace, particularly target groups in the agriculture and agro-food sectors, ensuring food security

AGRO COMMITMENT: The National Food Security Policy 2030 paves the way for a sustainable, resilient agricultural landscape in Malaysia. the country, and supporting a high-tech, sustainable agricultural sector.

SUSTAINABILITY AND ECONOMIC GROWTH

This policy brought about a paradigm shift that extended beyond productivity, emphasising sustainability through smart agriculture and regenerative practices, while concurrently boosting farmers ' well-being through sector modernisation aimed at eradicating poverty.

As a dynamic economic driver, DKMN 2030 aims to significantly strengthen the agro-food value chain, thereby boosting the nation ' s GDP and ensuring consistent access to safe, high-quality, nutritious food.

Sustainability is further reinforced through efficient food waste management and the empowerment of food bank initiatives to build a more responsible and sustainable supply ecosystem.

The government is currently enacting the National Food Security Act, which provides a framework to safeguard national food security and ensure that Malaysia’ s food supply system remains sustainable for future generations.

Under the 13th Malaysia Plan( 13MP), the added value of the country’ s agricultural sector is targeted to reach 1.5 per cent by 2030 through the implementation of DKMN 2030. The success of this policy relies on a Whole-of- Government and Whole-of-Society( WOGOS) approach, involving cross-ministerial cooperation and strategic collaboration with the private sector.

This aspiration aims not only to ensure a sufficient supply of safe and nutritious food but also to catalyse more inclusive, sustainable national economic prosperity.

THE pre-launch ceremony of the Agriculture, Horticulture and Agro-Tourism Exhibition( MAHA) 2026 was officiated by the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Datuk Seri Haji Mohamad Sabu, at MAEPS, Serdang.

Set to take place on Aug 28 to Sep 6, 2026, MAHA 2026 carries the theme“ Value Creation for Food Security,” reflecting Malaysia ' s vision for a resilient, technologydriven agro-food ecosystem.

This ceremony aimed to raise early awareness, foster participation, and solidify the commitment of strategic partners, government agencies, industry players, and the media to organising a competitive MAHA 2026. It also unveiled the MAHA 2026 logo, targets, and mascot, and launched a Road to MAHA 2026 vehicle.

In line with the National Agro-Food Policy 2021-2030( DAN 2.0), the exhibition underscores Malaysia ' s commitment to a safe, sustainable food supply and to generating economic value through innovation and digitalisation.

Agrotourism was celebrated for enhancing community engagement, highlighting rural heritage, and showcasing local produce and cultural diversity. MAHA 2026 is expected to bring together farmers, entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators to advance the country ' s agricultural sector.

Visitors will enjoy attractions such as flower exhibitions, agrotech displays, food fiestas, agro competitions, and more. The event will serve as a prominent platform to showcase the latest agricultural technologies, products, and services, and to facilitate business expansion in the agricultural and agro-industrial sectors.

Moreover, MAHA 2026 offers entrepreneurs and investors opportunities to explore trade, investment, and technologysharing opportunities, develop markets, and introduce innovative products, thereby promoting career growth in the agri sector.

Participation in MAHA 2026 enables businesses to strengthen customer networks, build strategic relationships, and stay abreast of the latest market trends to enhance competitiveness in the agro-industry.

LAUNCH SUCCESS: Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu officiates the Pre-Launch Ceremony of MAHA 2026, marking a significant step towards a sustainable agro-food future.

The exhibition’ s ambitious targets include four million visitors, RM8 billion in MOU / MOA signing values, RM58 million in sales, over 2,000 exhibitors, and the involvement of 800,000 young people.- @ AGROBiz