Plantation industry needs new technology to boost productivity
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Malaysia's plantation industry needs to accelerate productivity improvements and the adoption of technology. According to Noraini Ahmad, this step is important to cope with rising operating costs and labour shortages on plantations.
Operating costs on plantations are now increasing, including the cost of fertiliser, fuel and workers' wages. At the same time, many plantations are facing a shortage of workers. This situation means that operators need to find new ways to carry out work more efficiently.
Modern technology is seen as one of the solutions. The use of machines and digital systems can help operators monitor crops, reduce manual work and save time. In this way, plantations can maintain production yields even when the number of workers decreases.
Overall, Malaysia's plantation industry is expected to continue playing an important role in the nation's economy. Stakeholders are encouraged to collaborate to ensure that this sector remains competitive and sustainable in the future.
Sources: NST Online
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