March, 29 – NQC Technology Sdn. Bhd in collaboration with Institute of Plantation Studies (IKP) had organised Bioagrotech & Biopharmaceutical Employability & Entreprenuership Special Training (Best 2.0) programme on 27-29 March 2023 at IKP and Faculty of Agriculture. This programme was sponsored by Malaysian Bioeconomy Corporation. The aim of the program was to support and develop young and talented graduates specifically in biotechnology, agrotechnology and biopharmaceutical fields who are enthusiastic and keen to develop their passion in becoming young bio-agropreneurs. This apprenticeship programme provides tailored theoretical knowledge combined with industrial-work experience at executive-level with essential skills and knowledge for positions within the biotechnology, bio-based, biopharmaceutical, agriculture or agrifood companies.

There were six participants from different agricultural companies enrolled in this program.  This programme offered three modules including i) Basic of plant tissue culture & breeding; ii) Precision & smart farming through wireless sensor network system with IoT; and iii) Post harvest technology & produce preservation. The content of each module was delivered by an experienced UPM lecturers in that particular field. This programme served as a platform for IKP to engage with the industry and community which are related to the plantation sector.