BINTULU, Aug. 23 -- Sarawak is charting a bold course to become Malaysia's future 'rice bowl' and a regional food producer through long-term investments in agricultural innovation and economic diversification.

PremierTan Sri Abang Johari Openg, in officiating the launch of Sarawak Agrofest 2025 here today, announced the establishment of the Sarawak Artificial Intelligence Centre (SAIC).

The centre will spearhead research and applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in farming and other sectors.

"Agriculture is no longer just about manual labour or traditional methods. With SAIC, we will harness AI to analyse soil composition, identify optimal fertilisers, and match them with local land conditions to maximise yields," he said.

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