Agroz Inc. has been granted Malaysia Digital (MD) Status through Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation, marking a significant milestone in its expansion of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered agriculture solutions in the region.
The recognition was awarded to its wholly owned subsidiary, Agroz Group Sdn. Bhd., on March 30, 2026. The MD Status is a national initiative by the Malaysian government to support companies that demonstrate strong innovation, technological capabilities, and contributions to the country’s digital economy.
Agroz Group was acknowledged for its work in deploying AI-driven technologies within controlled environment agriculture (CEA), particularly through its proprietary Agroz Farm Operating System. The platform is designed to optimise farm operations, improve yield predictability, and enable data-driven decision-making in vertical farming environments.
Gerard Lim, Director and Chief Executive Officer of Agroz Group, said the recognition aligns with the company’s long-term strategy to build a technology-led agricultural platform.
“This milestone reflects our continued commitment to building a technology-first agricultural platform that aligns with Malaysia’s digital economy ambitions,” he said. “The Malaysia Digital Status strengthens our ability to scale our AI-powered farming solutions, attract high-quality talent, and contribute to national priorities such as food security, sustainability, and innovation.”
Under the MD framework, Agroz Group will focus on scaling its AI capabilities and commercialising its digital agriculture solutions within Malaysia. The approval is subject to compliance with operational and regulatory requirements set by MDEC, including the execution and expansion of approved digital activities.
The company formally accepted the terms of the award on April 22, 2026.
With Malaysia positioned as a strategic innovation hub, Agroz aims to accelerate its footprint across Southeast Asia, leveraging its vertically integrated model that combines technology, infrastructure, and produce distribution.
The development underscores the growing role of AI and digital solutions in transforming agriculture, particularly as countries in the region look to strengthen food security and build more resilient, sustainable food systems.