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Journey through the decade: An Agro-Wonderland Tale

S owing the seeds

t was the year 2008. an agriculture hub to a lifestyle
MAEPS, the avenue. It is also a permanent
I brainchild of fixture to some of the biggest
the Agriculture and Agro- consumer-related exhibitions like
based Industry Ministry, was the Art of Speed and Matta Fair.
established to serve as a centre As one of the largest exhibition
for agro-based events and parks and showgrounds, MAEPS
activities. has grown from being the driving
The exhibition park stretches force behind the success of the
over 130 hectares belonging agriculture industry in Malaysia
to the Malaysian Research and to assisting other industries
Development Institute (MARDI). blossom.
It hosts industry-focused MAEPS is destined to be an
events and activities to promote iconic landmark for locals and
the agriculture industry to tourists. Through its multiple
the masses. This includes the attractions suitable for visitors of
nation’s leading agricultural all walks, it also has the potential
show, the Malaysia Agriculture, of becoming an agriculture hub
Horticulture and Agrotourism luring corporations to catapult
Show (MAHA). the industry in Malaysia and
MAEPS has grown from being beyond.

Interesting Fact

UEM Builders designed and built
MAEPS in a record time of 10 months.

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