Thriving agriculture sector expected to see steady growth


Zahari, seen here releasing young freshwater fish at Sungai Kampung Kuala Paya, expects more youth to be involved in agriculture.

JOHOR’S agriculture sector is expected to see stronger growth in years to come, which makes the state poised to achieve its aspiration of becoming a national and regional food basket.

State agriculture, agro-based industry and rural committee chairman Datuk Zahari Sarip said based on data from Agriculture and Food Security Ministry, Johor’s economic performance experienced encouraging growth in 2023 with an increase rate of 4.1% in its gross domestic product (GDP), which was equivalent to RM148.2bil.

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