MINISTER QUOTED:
“MAHA International 2012, a 10-day
biennial event is the leading agricultural exhibition in Malaysia. Being the
largest and most comprehensive agricultural event in the ASEAN region, it has
also been listed as one of the global agro exhibition. The Government of
Malaysia and the Ministry of Agriculture and Agro-based Industry are indeed
pleased to host this significant event where mindsets go beyond boundaries to
create new business opportunities. I strongly believe that the seventh edition
of MAHA International series will achieve even greater success”.
“Representing an important component
of our national economic agenda under the Agriculture NKEA (National Key
Economic Areas), the transformation of Agriculture into Agribusiness has been
the key thrust in moving towards a modern, dynamic and competitive sector with
greater economic contribution. The focuses will be on large scale commercial
food production, increasing productivity, enhancing value-added activities,
expanding into areas of growth with the potential to maximize agriculture’s
contribution to national income, create employment, uplift income of producers
and develop new sources of wealth”.
“MAHA International 2012 themed
"Agricultural Transformation Through Innovation" is thus very much in
line with the country’s aspiration to transform Agriculture into Agribusiness
that aims to open up new opportunities and new sources of wealth. I am
certainly pleased that the Organizer has also incorporated “The Farmers,
Livestock Producers and Fishermen’s Day” (HPPNK) as one of its high-profiled
concurrent events, which gives recognitions to farmers, livestock breeders,
fishermen and agro-entrepreneurs across the country for their contributions and
efforts in producing food-based materials and agricultural products for
domestic needs as well as the international markets”.
“Making waves in heralding a
multitude of concepts and structured comprehensive programs by the Organizers
that reinforce MAHA / HPPNK 2012 as a premium showcase for the industry
stakeholders, I believe it will certainly help realize the vision of the
country to be more progressive with innovative technology, modern and be more
competitive in the global arena”.
“Targeted to attract 3 million
visitors as compared to 2.66 million visitors in 2010, 10 countries have currently
confirmed their participation at MAHA / HPPNK 2012. In line with the increase
visitorship, it is my fervent hope that sales and business transaction will
garner an increase RM 30 million over RM23 million in 2010. MAHA2012 have proven
track record which all State Governments, Ministries, Departments and Agencies,
the private sectors, delegates from various countries will involved in the
success of a 10 days event of MAHA / HPPNK 2012”.
The Objectives
- To showcase and promote the new technologies and latest innovation on agriculture, horticulture, agro-based and related products and services
- To complement Government’s efforts in transforming agriculture into agribusiness, leading to enhanced productivity, food security, market-centricity, value chain integration and higher income generation
- To position Malaysia as a center of excellence for agriculture and the agro-based industry in order to attract private and foreign investment
- To explore global trade opportunities and expand business horizon
- To promote agriculture and horticulture as a promising career / lucrative business in order to attract aspiring entrepreneurs and young generation
- To establish and forge networks with international industry players, while deepening linkages with other sectors
MAHA 2012 is a dynamic platform to:
- Showcase latest agriculture and agro-based products and services
- Generate trade and investment opportunities
- Expand business horizon
- Develop export markets
- Launch new and innovative products and services
- Explore career and entrepreneurial opportunities
- Deepen relationships with existing customers
- Forge international alliance and strategic partnerships
- Get exposed to the latest market trends and boost your market competitiveness
- An opportunity to reach 2.6 million visitors
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Proven track record
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“Malaysian Book of Records” holder
for the largest international participation in agro- based exhibition, the
largest orchid display and the largest visitorship in an exhibition Resounding
success of MAHA 2010:
Total Numbers of Booths
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: 2,500
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Total Numbers of Visitors
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: 2.66 million
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Total Numbers of Country
Pavilions
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: 22 countries
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Total Sale Transacted by
Exhibitors
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: RM 23.58 million
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Total Sales
Enquiry
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: 184,331
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Participants of Walk-in
Seminars
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: 7,575
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Please click HERE for further information or direct to http://www.maha.gov.my/2012/about-maha2012.html
