HUMANOIDS in the field

As agriculture faces rising climate pressures and labour constraints, Agroz Inc.’ s partnership with UBTECH marks a major step toward fully automated, data-driven farming. p08-09

Rubber: A sector stretched Once the backbone of rural Malaysia, the rubber sector is now strained by declining tapping activity and shifting economic pressures. p12-13

Reclaiming timber Amid regulatory shifts and growing demand for lowcarbon materials, timber continues to stand as one of Malaysia’ s most strategic natural resources. p20

Barriers to bridges During the 47th ASEAN Summit Malaysia and the U. S. signed a new agricultural tariff agreement covering palm oil, poultry, and tropical fruits. p10