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MARDI International Develop strategic collaborations with international agencies INTERNATIONAL NETWORK PROGRAM

1. Managing international meetings in the country
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Carry out scientific/social science research according to priority areas involving the planning and implementation of continuous research to improve community well-being.

2. Produce impactful scientific writing and/or presentations that can spread a wide range of research results to the target group towards improving the well-being society

3. Provide consulting services and expertise in related fields to the group target to solve matters related to agro-food research or/and research management
i. Provide consulting services based on their respective expertise to the target group
ii. Provide service delivering technical lectures or as a scientific jury upon invitation

4. Provide training services in related fields to domestic and/or foreign agencies to develop human capital or/and technology transfer

5. Contribute at the departmental/national and/or international level in parallel with national aspirations
6. Manage international representation
8. Manage official cabinet papers and JKD papers
9. Manage membership in international organizations
10. Manage international collaboration
11. Manage visits from foreign representatives
12. Manage participation in workshops/seminars/training/tours abroad
13. Managing the publication of the Tuesday newsletter
14. Managing the publication of articles in international media
15. Managing the dissemination of MARDI information in the international media/newsletter
16. Manage international fund applications
17. Coordinate awareness programs in schools in collaboration with government agencies, PBT, and the private sector
18. Coordinate the involvement of PTJ government agencies for awareness programs other than in schools
19. Coordinate awareness campaign training for mysavefood volunteers
20. Develop and coordinate awareness campaigns on media social platforms

On 21 September 2026, MARDI hosted a study visit for 14 participants of the "Executive Leadership Program on Agribusines...
23/09/2026

On 21 September 2026, MARDI hosted a study visit for 14 participants of the "Executive Leadership Program on Agribusiness Transformation: Malaysiaโ€“International Exchange", organised by the Asia School of Business (ASB) from 21 to 24 September 2026 in Kuala Lumpur. The participants comprised nine from Tanzania, two from Brunei Darussalam and three from Malaysia.

Coordinated by the Engineering Research Centre, the visit provided insights into MARDIโ€™s agricultural engineering research and innovations, including smart and modern farming and digitalisation technologies. Participants also toured MARDI's post-harvest and food processing equipment, as well as various smart and precision farming technologies.

Earlier that day, MARDI also participated as an invited panel member and speaker in the "Executive Institutional Roundtable and Ecosystem Mapping" session. Representing MARDI, Dr. Mohammad Fauzy Tambi from the Technology Commercialization and Business Centre shared MARDIโ€™s roles, strategies and experiences in commercialising agricultural technologies and innovations, including key challenges encountered along the way.

The programme provided a valuable platform for sharing Malaysiaโ€™s experience in transforming agriculture and agribusiness, while fostering knowledge exchange and international collaboration.

Thank you to Asia School of Business (ASB) for inviting MARDI to be part of this meaningful programme!

Photos courtesy of MARDI and ASB






MARDI is pleased to welcome 34 students from Universitas Muhammadiyah Sumatera Utara (UMSU Medan), Indonesia for their I...
15/09/2026

MARDI is pleased to welcome 34 students from Universitas Muhammadiyah Sumatera Utara (UMSU Medan), Indonesia for their Industrial Practical Training Programme from 14 September to 2 October 2026 at MARDI Serdang.

Coordinated by the Human Resource Management Centre MARDI, the students will be placed at various research centres to gain hands-on experience in research, laboratory work, fieldwork, seminars and other practical activities.

The programme officially kicked off on 14 September 2026 with an Opening Ceremony officiated by YBrs. Dr. Sanimah Simoh, Deputy Director General (Development & Operation) MARDI, with remarks by Mr. Ahmad Azlan Roslee, Director of the Human Resource Management Centre MARDI, and Dr. Sasmita Siregar, Lecturer, Faculty of Agriculture, UMSU. Senior management of MARDI and representatives from the participating research centres were also present to welcome the students.

As part of their first-day activities, the students toured several MARDI facilities, including Knowledge Centre @ Pusat Ilmu, MARDI Book Shop (Penerbit MARDI), Plant Factory and Agrosolar Showcase, followed by a visit to the experimental plot featuring live demonstrations of drones and an AUV sprayer.

A big thank you to Penerbit MARDI, the Horticulture Research Centre and the Engineering Research Centre for coordinating the visits and making the students' first day at MARDI an exciting and enriching experience.

We wish all UMSU students a meaningful and enriching learning journey at MARDI, filled with new knowledge, hands-on experiences and inspiring encounters with agricultural research and innovation.

Welcome to MARDI, UMSU!






9 September 2026- MARDI was pleased to welcome a delegation from the Ministry of Employment and Poverty Reduction of the...
10/09/2026

9 September 2026- MARDI was pleased to welcome a delegation from the Ministry of Employment and Poverty Reduction of the Republic of Uzbekistan, led by Mr. Makhmudov Murod, Ministry Officer, together with representatives of SMEs involved in the Rural Entrepreneurship Development Project โ€“ Phase II.

The delegation was warmly received by Mr. Mohd Fariza bin Mat Noor, Director of the Asset Management and Development Centre, MARDI.

The visit provided a valuable platform for knowledge and experience sharing between Malaysia and Uzbekistan, focusing on agritourism, rural entrepreneurship and sustainable agriculture.

The programme included a briefing by MARDIโ€™s Strategic Planning and Innovation Management Centre on MARDIโ€™s role in research, technology development, innovation and technology transfer, followed by a visit to the MARDI Entrepreneur Gallery, a one-stop centre supporting MARDI-guided entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs.

The visit reflects the continued commitment to strengthening Malaysiaโ€“Uzbekistan cooperation and exploring opportunities for collaboration in agriculture, rural entrepreneurship and rural development.






๐Œ๐€๐‘๐ƒ๐ˆโ€“๐Œ๐€๐“๐„ ๐’๐“๐‘๐„๐๐†๐“๐‡๐„๐ ๐’๐“๐‘๐€๐“๐„๐†๐ˆ๐‚ ๐‚๐Ž๐‹๐‹๐€๐๐Ž๐‘๐€๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐ ๐ˆ๐ ๐‹๐ˆ๐•๐„๐’๐“๐Ž๐‚๐Š ๐‘๐„๐’๐„๐€๐‘๐‚๐‡SERDANG, 1 September 2026 โ€“ The Malaysian Agricultura...
01/09/2026

๐Œ๐€๐‘๐ƒ๐ˆโ€“๐Œ๐€๐“๐„ ๐’๐“๐‘๐„๐๐†๐“๐‡๐„๐ ๐’๐“๐‘๐€๐“๐„๐†๐ˆ๐‚ ๐‚๐Ž๐‹๐‹๐€๐๐Ž๐‘๐€๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐ ๐ˆ๐ ๐‹๐ˆ๐•๐„๐’๐“๐Ž๐‚๐Š ๐‘๐„๐’๐„๐€๐‘๐‚๐‡

SERDANG, 1 September 2026 โ€“ The Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute (MARDI) and the Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, MATE - former SZIU (MATE), Hungary, further strengthened their strategic collaboration through the exchange of the MARDIโ€“MATE Action Plan in conjunction with MAHA 2026 at MAEPS, Serdang.

The exchange of documents was carried out by YBrs. Datoโ€™ Dr. Hj. Mohamad Zabawi bin Abdul Ghani, Director General of MARDI, and Dr. Istvรกn Egerszegi, Associate Professor at the Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences (MATE).

The ceremony was witnessed by YB Datuk Seri Haji Mohamad bin Sabu, Minister of Agriculture and Food Security of Malaysia, and Ms. Kamilla Balla, Chargรฉ dโ€™Affaires of the Embassy of Hungary in Malaysia.

The MARDIโ€“MATE Action Plan serves as an implementation framework for cooperation between the two institutions, focusing on livestock research, conservation and characterisation of animal genetic resources, reproductive technologies, capacity building, exchange of expertise, and knowledge sharing.

The implementation of the Action Plan is expected to strengthen the technical capabilities and human capital of both institutions, enhance agricultural productivity and sustainability, expand international research networks, and contribute to national and regional food security.

This exchange reflects the continued commitment of MARDI and MATE to translating the strategic relationship between Malaysia and Hungary into structured and impactful research collaboration that will benefit both countries.

๐Œ๐€๐‘๐ƒ๐ˆ ร— ๐Œ๐€๐“๐„ ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡พ๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡บ
Strengthening Research, Sharing Expertise, Creating Impact.

The Department of Agriculture and Agrifood (DOAA), Brunei Darussalam made the most of the opening day of the Malaysia Ag...
29/08/2026

The Department of Agriculture and Agrifood (DOAA), Brunei Darussalam made the most of the opening day of the Malaysia Agriculture, Horticulture & Agrotourism Show (MAHA) 2026 with a visit to Malaysia Agro Exposition Park Serdang (MAEPS) on 28 August 2026.

Led by Awang Haji Noor Azri bin Haji Mohd Noor, Acting Director of DOAA, the 11-member delegation embarked on a half-day tour to explore the diverse agricultural showcases at MAHA, including Laman Padi (Rice Showcase), Laman Ternakan (Livestock Showcase), Laman Herba (Herbs Showcase), Laman Sayur (Vegetable Showcase), and Laman Jagung & Bawang (Grain corn and Shallot Showcase).

Coordinated by the International Division, Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security Malaysia (KPKM), the delegation was also accompanied by Deputy Director General of Development & Operation, MARDI, YBrs. Dr. Sanimah Simoh, together with representatives from the Technology Transfer and Entrepreneur Development Centre and Corporate Communication Centre, MARDI.

Beyond exploring the showcases, the visit offered an excellent opportunity to discover Malaysiaโ€™s agricultural innovations, developments and agrofood potential, while exchanging insights and experiences with counterparts from Brunei Darussalam.

MARDI is pleased to be part of this meaningful engagement and looks forward to strengthening collaboration, fostering knowledge exchange and exploring new opportunities for cooperation with DOAA.






MARDI was pleased to welcome a delegation from the ๐Š๐จ๐ซ๐ž๐š ๐๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐š๐ฅ ๐”๐ง๐ข๐ฏ๐ž๐ซ๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐จ๐Ÿ ๐€๐ ๐ซ๐ข๐œ๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ญ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ž ๐š๐ง๐ ๐…๐ข๐ฌ๐ก๐ž๐ซ๐ข๐ž๐ฌ (๐Š๐๐”๐€๐…) to MAR...
24/08/2026

MARDI was pleased to welcome a delegation from the ๐Š๐จ๐ซ๐ž๐š ๐๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐š๐ฅ ๐”๐ง๐ข๐ฏ๐ž๐ซ๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐จ๐Ÿ ๐€๐ ๐ซ๐ข๐œ๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ญ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ž ๐š๐ง๐ ๐…๐ข๐ฌ๐ก๐ž๐ซ๐ข๐ž๐ฌ (๐Š๐๐”๐€๐…) to MARDI Headquarters on 24 August 2026.

The delegation comprised 18 participants, including Prof. Lee Kyeong Cheol, Lecturer and Head of Delegation, together with 17 students. The visit to MARDI was organised as part of a training programme for KNUAF graduates, providing an opportunity for the participants to broaden their understanding of agricultural research and innovation beyond Korea. The delegation was received by Miss Nur Aida Mohd Padzil, Senior Researcher from the International Networking Programme, MARDI.

Held at the Food Science and Technology Research Centre, MARDI, the visit aimed to provide the delegation with an overview of Malaysiaโ€™s agriculture sector and MARDIโ€™s research and innovation. The programme featured a brief introduction to MARDI, an overview of its research and innovation, and a guided tour of the Food Science and Technology Gallery, highlighting MARDIโ€™s technologies and innovations in food research.

The visit provided a valuable platform for knowledge sharing and academic exchange between Malaysia and Korea, while offering the KNUAF delegation an opportunity to gain a closer insight into Malaysiaโ€™s agricultural research and innovation landscape.






๐“๐ก๐ž ๐“๐ซ๐š๐ข๐ง๐ข๐ง๐  ๐‚๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ฌ๐ž ๐จ๐ง ๐‡๐€๐‚๐‚๐ ๐š๐ง๐ ๐ˆ๐ญ๐ฌ ๐ˆ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐ž๐ฆ๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง is currently being held from ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ ๐ญ๐จ ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ’ ๐‰๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ฒ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ” at the MARDI Trainin...
22/07/2026

๐“๐ก๐ž ๐“๐ซ๐š๐ข๐ง๐ข๐ง๐  ๐‚๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ฌ๐ž ๐จ๐ง ๐‡๐€๐‚๐‚๐ ๐š๐ง๐ ๐ˆ๐ญ๐ฌ ๐ˆ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐ž๐ฆ๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง is currently being held from ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ ๐ญ๐จ ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ’ ๐‰๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ฒ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ” at the MARDI Training Complex, Serdang, involving seven (7) technical officers from the Department of Agriculture and Agrifood (DOAA) and the Brunei Darussalam Food Authority (BDFA), Brunei Darussalam.

Organised and coordinated by the Technology Transfer & Entrepreneur Development Centre, MARDI, the programme was conducted to enhance the knowledge and technical competencies of Brunei officers in the implementation of the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) system. Through a combination of lectures and hands-on practical sessions, participants are gaining valuable insights into HACCP principles and their practical application in ensuring food safety and quality.

The training reflects the strong and longstanding collaboration between MARDI and DOAA. Since 2023, MARDI has successfully organised seven (7) training programmes for DOAA officials.

MARDI remains committed to strengthening regional partnerships through knowledge sharing, technical cooperation and professional development, contributing to a safer, more resilient and sustainable agri-food sector across the region.

๐๐ก๐จ๐ญ๐จ ๐œ๐ซ๐ž๐๐ข๐ญ: ๐“๐ž๐œ๐ก๐ง๐จ๐ฅ๐จ๐ ๐ฒ ๐“๐ซ๐š๐ง๐ฌ๐Ÿ๐ž๐ซ & ๐„๐ง๐ญ๐ซ๐ž๐ฉ๐ซ๐ž๐ง๐ž๐ฎ๐ซ ๐ƒ๐ž๐ฏ๐ž๐ฅ๐จ๐ฉ๐ฆ๐ž๐ง๐ญ ๐‚๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐ซ๐ž, ๐Œ๐€๐‘๐ƒ๐ˆ






MARDI was delighted to welcome 47 staffs and students from Mahidol University, Thailand and the Universiti Malaya Sustai...
21/07/2026

MARDI was delighted to welcome 47 staffs and students from Mahidol University, Thailand and the Universiti Malaya Sustainable Development Centre (UMSDC) to MARDI Serdang on 21 July 2026 as part of the Sustainable Development Goals + Mobility Mahidol University Projects 2026.

The program began at the Food Science & Technology Research Centre, where Chm. Dr. Nurzam Ezdiani shared an overview of MARDI's food research and innovation initiatives. Participants also explored the product innovation exhibition gallery and discovered MARDI's sustainable packaging innovations made from natural agricultural resources such as durian peels, pineapple leaves and coconut husks.

Participants then proceeded to the Engineering Research Centre, where Ir. Mohd Fazly and Mr. Wan Mohd Fariz introduced them to MARDI's smart farming technologies and automated farm operations. They also showcased a range of agricultural innovations, including solar drying technology and modern agricultural machinery that support efficient and sustainable farming practices.

We hope the visit has inspired new ideas and strengthened connections between MARDI, Mahidol University and UMSDC. We look forward to future collaborations in research, innovation and sustainable development.

Thank you for visiting MARDI. We hope to welcome you again soon!






MARDI was pleased to welcome a delegation from ๐€๐’๐„๐€๐ ๐‹๐š๐๐ข๐ž๐ฌ ๐‚๐ข๐ซ๐œ๐ฅ๐ž (๐€๐‹๐‚) ๐Š๐ฎ๐š๐ฅ๐š ๐‹๐ฎ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ฎ๐ซ to its headquarters on ๐Ÿ‘๐ŸŽ ๐‰๐ฎ๐ง๐ž ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ...
30/06/2026

MARDI was pleased to welcome a delegation from ๐€๐’๐„๐€๐ ๐‹๐š๐๐ข๐ž๐ฌ ๐‚๐ข๐ซ๐œ๐ฅ๐ž (๐€๐‹๐‚) ๐Š๐ฎ๐š๐ฅ๐š ๐‹๐ฎ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ฎ๐ซ to its headquarters on ๐Ÿ‘๐ŸŽ ๐‰๐ฎ๐ง๐ž ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ” for a visit showcasing the institute's agricultural research, innovation, and technology development.

Led by YBhg. Puan Sri Razana Mat, Patron of ALC Malaysia, the delegation comprised approximately 60 visitors, including spouses of ambassadors and representatives from ASEAN embassies in Kuala Lumpur, as well as officers from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Malaysia (Wisma Putra).

The programme commenced with an ๐ˆ๐ง๐ญ๐ซ๐จ๐๐ฎ๐œ๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐’๐ž๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ข๐จ๐ง, where the delegation was welcomed by YBrs. Dr. Sanimah Simoh, Deputy Director General (Development & Operation). This was followed by remarks from YBhg. Datin Paduka Anizan Siti Hajjar Adnin, representing ALC Malaysia, and Madam Michelle C. Reyes, representing the President of ALC Kuala Lumpur. The session concluded with a presentation by Mr. Rashid Mat Rani from the Strategic Planning & Innovation Management Centre, highlighting MARDI's research, innovation, and contributions to Malaysia's agri-food sector.

Next, the delegation visited BBShoppe MARDI, where they explored quality seeds, planting materials, and value-added products developed through MARDI's research. They also observed a plant grafting demonstration, showcasing one of MARDI's technologies for improving crop production.

The programme concluded with a visit to the ๐Œ๐€๐‘๐ƒ๐ˆ ๐„๐ง๐ญ๐ซ๐ž๐ฉ๐ซ๐ž๐ง๐ž๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐ซ๐จ๐๐ฎ๐œ๐ญ ๐†๐š๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ž๐ซ๐ฒ at the Technology Transfer and Entrepreneur Development Centre. The delegation had the opportunity to sample innovative food products developed by researchers from the Food Science & Technology Research Centre while learning about MARDI's technology transfer and entrepreneurship initiatives. They also browsed a book sale featuring MARDI's research publications and a selection of MARDI merchandise.

MARDI sincerely appreciates the visit and looks forward to strengthening ties and promoting greater collaboration in advancing sustainable agriculture and food security across the region.






On 26 June 2026, MARDI welcomed a delegation of five researchers from the ๐ˆ๐ง๐ญ๐ž๐ ๐ซ๐š๐ญ๐ž๐ ๐€๐ ๐ซ๐ข๐“๐ž๐œ๐ก ๐„๐œ๐จ๐ฌ๐ฒ๐ฌ๐ญ๐ž๐ฆ ๐‘๐ž๐ฌ๐ž๐š๐ซ๐œ๐ก ๐†๐ซ๐จ๐ฎ๐ฉ (...
26/06/2026

On 26 June 2026, MARDI welcomed a delegation of five researchers from the ๐ˆ๐ง๐ญ๐ž๐ ๐ซ๐š๐ญ๐ž๐ ๐€๐ ๐ซ๐ข๐“๐ž๐œ๐ก ๐„๐œ๐จ๐ฌ๐ฒ๐ฌ๐ญ๐ž๐ฆ ๐‘๐ž๐ฌ๐ž๐š๐ซ๐œ๐ก ๐†๐ซ๐จ๐ฎ๐ฉ (๐ˆ๐€๐“๐„), ๐Œ๐š๐ž ๐…๐š๐ก ๐‹๐ฎ๐š๐ง๐  ๐”๐ง๐ข๐ฏ๐ž๐ซ๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ (๐Œ๐…๐”), ๐“๐ก๐š๐ข๐ฅ๐š๐ง๐, led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Saowapa Chaiwong, Head of IATE, School of Agro-Industry. The delegation was received by Ms Aniadila Kamaruddin, Deputy Director of the International Networking Programme, Corporate Communication Centre.

The visit aimed to learn about MARDI's research and facilities in ๐ฉ๐จ๐ฌ๐ญ๐ก๐š๐ซ๐ฏ๐ž๐ฌ๐ญ ๐ญ๐ž๐œ๐ก๐ง๐จ๐ฅ๐จ๐ ๐ฒ, ๐Ÿ๐จ๐จ๐ ๐ญ๐ž๐œ๐ก๐ง๐จ๐ฅ๐จ๐ ๐ฒ, ๐š๐ง๐ ๐๐ข๐ ๐ข๐ญ๐š๐ฅ ๐ญ๐ž๐œ๐ก๐ง๐จ๐ฅ๐จ๐ ๐ข๐ž๐ฌ applied in agriculture and food systems. It also allowed both institutions to explore possible areas for future collaboration.

The programme began with an introduction session, where both institutions shared their corporate profiles, roles, and key research areas. MARDI's presentation was delivered by Mr. Rashid Mat Rani, from the Strategic Planning & Innovation Management Centre.

Following the briefing session, the delegation visited the ๐„๐ง๐ ๐ข๐ง๐ž๐ž๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐‘๐ž๐ฌ๐ž๐š๐ซ๐œ๐ก ๐‚๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐ซ๐ž, where Dr. Zainun Mohd Shafie and her team showcased the centre's research facilities and innovations. This included solar drying technology, agricultural machinery, and digital systems developed by MARDI.

The programme continued with a visit to the ๐๐จ๐ฌ๐ญ๐ก๐š๐ซ๐ฏ๐ž๐ฌ๐ญ ๐‚๐จ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐ž๐ฑ, where Mr. Mohd Reza Ikwan Wan Hussin, Deputy Director of the Horticulture Research Centre, and his team briefed the delegation on the complex's operations and research activities. The delegates also toured the packing house, cold rooms, processing room, and laboratories. They also enjoyed a tasting session featuring local durian and honey jackfruit.

MARDI appreciates the visit by the IATE delegation and looks forward to future collaboration with Mae Fah Luang University.






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