In Kuala Lumpur’s bustling urban center, an agricultural revolution is taking root, quite literally. Agroz Group Sdn Bhd recently launched Agroz EduFarm-in-City, an 8,000 sq ft indoor vertical farm at AEON Alpha Angle, promising a unique experience for city dwellers and insight into the future of food production.
Key Highlights:
- Urban Innovation: Agroz Group unveils a massive indoor farm at AEON Alpha Angle shopping complex.
- Experiential Learning: The EduFarm is not just about vegetable cultivation; it aims to educate families and children about sustainable agriculture.
- Advanced Tech: The initiative utilizes cutting-edge controlled environment agriculture (CEA) and other digital solutions.
- Collaboration: Agroz is partnering with AEON to integrate this farm into the daily shopping experience.
- Diverse Crops: The produce includes both international favorites and local delicacies.
Nestled amidst the city’s hustle and bustle, Agroz’s new EduFarm isn’t just a testament to the group’s technological prowess in agriculture. It’s an emblem of the potential for urban spaces to support sustainable and local food production.
Weekend tours starting September 2023 will offer visitors an immersive experience into the world of urban farming. Besides marvelling at the technology and techniques behind growing pesticide-free veggies, attendees will get to see firsthand how such an endeavor is feasible within city confines.
The EduFarm not only serves as a production site but also hosts an experience center and activity room. These spaces are meticulously designed to educate families, especially youngsters, about the incredible world of vegetable farming, right in the heart of the city.
Exploiting controlled environment agriculture (CEA) and innovative digital technologies, the EduFarm symbolizes the future of urban food production. Gerard Lim, Agroz Group’s founder and CEO, shared his enthusiasm about their collaboration with AEON. He hopes to weave the farm into AEON shoppers’ regular experiences, thereby promoting a deeper understanding of how clean and healthy vegetables are cultivated.
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Mr. Lim further expounded, “Agroz stands at the forefront of Malaysia’s AgTech wave, passionately championing the cause of large-scale, industrial-grade indoor vertical farms. Through controlled environment agriculture, we envision a new chapter for precision agriculture in Malaysia.”
And the fruits, or more accurately, vegetables of their labor? They range from international favorites like lettuce, kale, and arugula to local delights like nai pak and siew pak choy. Furthermore, these fresh, nutrient-rich veggies will be readily available for purchase at AEON Alpha Angle and eight other AEON supermarkets throughout Klang Valley.
Those eager to delve into this one-of-a-kind experience can visit the EduFarm from 10 am to 7 pm during weekends starting September 2023.
For more insights and updates, visit their official Facebook page.
