Plantations International Subsidiary Wins Malaysia Durian Nursery Award

Plantations International’s Malaysian subsidiary, United Tropical Fruit Sdn. The recognition, presented by Malaysia's Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, YB Datuk Seri Haji Mohamad bin Sabu, highlights the company’s innovative and technology-driven approach to durian nursery operations.

The award, which was selected from 398 industry participants, underscores Plantations International’s commitment to organic cultivation technology, agricultural research, and the development of commercial-scale plantation infrastructure. United Tropical Fruit operates as a specialist durian nursery and agricultural research and development subsidiary, supporting the Group’s Malaysian operations by producing premium planting material and developing advanced organic cultivation methods.

The MAHA 2026, organized by Malaysia’s Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, attracted a record 5.02 million visitors and approximately 2,000 local and international exhibitors. The event, themed “Value Creation for Food Security,” focused on modernizing agriculture through innovation, sustainability, and the development of higher-value food production systems. Plantations International’s award is a significant milestone for the Group, representing the dedication of its Malaysian team and the agricultural technology, expertise, and infrastructure that the company has developed.

Reshat Sicim, Business Development Director of Plantations International, expressed pride in the recognition, stating, "This award reflects the dedication of our Malaysian team and the agricultural technology, expertise, and infrastructure that Plantations International has continued to develop. Although the award was presented to United Tropical Fruit, it represents a collective achievement for the entire Plantations International Group and everyone who has supported our long-term vision."

The recognition further strengthens Plantations International’s position within the global durian industry. The Group is building intellectual property, organic cultivation technology, specialist nursery capabilities, research programs, and productive agricultural assets designed to meet the growing international demand for premium agricultural products. Sicim also acknowledged the role that the Group’s investors have played in supporting its continued expansion and agricultural development, emphasizing that their support is crucial for the Group’s success.

Plantations International, through its United Tropical Fruit subsidiary, has brought together patented organic durian technology, specialist nursery facilities, agricultural research, experienced personnel, and commercial-scale plantation development within one integrated operating model. The company’s innovative approach to durian nursery operations is expected to drive the Group’s growth and contribute to the broader agricultural landscape in Malaysia and beyond.