Increasing the monthly income and inevitably improving the standard of living of agro-based entrepreneurs, has always been FAMA's top-priority. Through development programmes such as the Agro-based Industry Expo, FAMA endeavours to provide agro-based industry entrepreneurs with the platform to promote and market their produce as well as expand their network.
In its effort to develop the agricultural sector in Malaysia, FAMA gives a lot of emphasis on the use of latest technology. It regularly conducts technical training programmes and provides agro-based entrepreneurs with the necessary facilities to improve their skills and increase their productivity.
The automated e-grading system, which is targeted for full implementation this year, is envisaged to improve efficiency in the export of local fruits and vegetables. Farmers only need to submit their confirmation free of charge, through the Internet – a process that would take between 10 to 20 minutes to do at their own business premises.
In his 2010 Budget, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak has allocated RM6 billion for the agricultural sector. The amount signifies the government’s commitment in ensuring that the agricultural sector remains an important contributor to the economic growth of the nation, and continues to be a viable source of income for those in the rural areas.
Najib pledged that in the national development agenda under his administration, the agricultural sector will continue to be accorded due attention. Taking up the cudgels from his father Tun Abdul Razak's legacy when he was the prime minister, Najib urged farmers to fully embrace technological advancement and development in exchange for outmoded traditional methods.
According to the Prime Minister, Malaysia’s agricultural sector requires a drastic transformation in order to continue its role as the third engine of economic growth of the nation.
Minister of Agriculture and Agro-based Industry Datuk Seri Noh Omar said that the thrust of the government’s message should be fully understood and supported by all levels within the industry. Noh reiterated that it is of the utmost importance that government decisions and directives are comprehended by those at the grassroots, for ultimately; the success of these policies lies in their hands.
Towards this end, FAMA will strive to ensure that government policies and directives with regard to agriculture and agro-based industry are transmitted down the line so that they are implemented in the most effective manner possible. Visit FAMA Official Website for more details and information.
