PAKAR Pertanian Expo 2025 opened today at MAEPS Serdang, bringing together farmers, agropreneurs, and industry leaders to explore sustainable and innovative agricultural solutions. The event was officiated by Deputy Minister of Plantation and Commodities, Datuk Chan Foong Hin, who highlighted the sector's economic significance and the need for technological advancements.
"The agriculture sector, including agricommodities, contributed RM25.9 billion to the national GDP in Q4 2024, with the palm oil industry accounting for 38.5%," said Datuk Chan, citing data from the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM). He urged industry players to embrace smart farming, agri-technology investments, and modern techniques to enhance productivity and sustainability.
The expo, co-organised by 8tivation Studio Sdn Bhd and MARDI Corporation Sdn Bhd (MARDICorp), features 218 booths, 126 exhibitors, and over 630 local and international brands. Chief Operating Officer of 8tivation Studio, James Lim, described the event as a platform for "progress, innovation, and business opportunities in agriculture."
President of the Academy of Tropical Agricultural Sciences Association, Academician Tan Sri Emeritus Professor Datuk Dr. Augustine Ong Soon Hock, emphasised the role of research in sustainability, economic growth, and food security. The Recent Advancements in Agriculture Industry (RAAI) Conference, held during the expo, aims to translate research breakthroughs into practical solutions.
The three-day event includes live demonstrations of advanced farming technologies, business networking sessions, and expert-led panel discussions. PAKAR Pertanian Expo 2025 runs until Feb 22, 2025, at MAEPS Serdang, with free admission.
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Today, after hitting the high near 24,000 in the early session and entering bearish positions, the index fell sharply by nearly over 600 points, immediately recouping yesterday's losses significantly.
Moreover, today it broke the new high again, reaching a maximum of 24,076, but by the end of the market, it fell back by about 70 points, producing a bearish candle. The current trend has not yet been broken, but from the previous low until now, it has risen close to 6,000 points. It is believed that those with positions can continue to hold until there is a clear trend reversal for profit-taking. Those without positions can wait for a pullback to get in. Actually, it is hoped for a quick pullback, as it allows for entry and also provides a healthy breath.
Currently, the outlook remains the same as before. It is believed that even if there is a pullback, it shouldn't be too deep. However, if Futures fail to stabilize and close below 22,350, there may still be room for decline. The chance of Futures falling below 21,400 in the short term should be low, so it is considered that if a significant pullback occurs, it presents a good opportunity to incrementally go long. Recently, there has been a consistent approach to not hold positions overnight, only focusing on immediate trades, as there is no high chasing and no casual short selling.
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