MAHA 2026 to focus on smart farming and automation
SERDANG: Smart farming, automation and agricultural technology will take centre stage at MAHA 2026 as Malaysia steps up efforts to strengthen food security and boost productivity across the agri-food sector.
Smart farming and automation will be the main focus of MAHA 2026, according to the Agriculture and Food Security Ministry in Malaysia. This year's exhibition, themed "Penciptaan Nilai Demi Keterjaminan Makanan" (Value Creation for Food Security), aims to shift the focus from just agricultural production to technology, innovation, processing, and marketing.
Agriculture Secretary-General Datuk Seri Isham Ishak emphasized that the government wants every stage of the agri-food supply chain to generate greater value while contributing to a more resilient and sustainable national food system. MAHA 2026, set to take place at the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park in Serdang from August 28 to September 6, is expected to attract approximately four million visitors and feature around 2,000 exhibitors from Malaysia and abroad.
The event will showcase the latest developments in smart agriculture and digitalization, including an Immersive agrotech segment in Hall C and international country pavilions from 14 countries. Isham also highlighted the government's efforts to attract more youth to the sector by demonstrating the economic and career opportunities available in agriculture.
MAHA 2026 aims to be more than just an exhibition, acting as a platform for economic growth, innovation, and national food security.
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