Good Agricultural Practice (GAP). A central issue in the chartered
development of agriculture in Malaysia is the need for sound scientific research
programme from basic agronomic and horticultural levels to state-of-the-art
technological advancement in biotechnology and engineering. This is only made
possible through research and with the implementation of the Good Agricultural
Practice (GAP) (Fig. 4) by the agriculturalists and agriculturists, policy makers
and extension agents. This is especially crucial for export-oriented crops meeting
not only the standards of importing countries and their consumers but also for the
local populace in terms of food safety and food security in line with the need to
preserve the environment for sustainable development of the agriculture and
agro-based industry.
A strong commitment to the GAP both in concept and in practice in the
overall development in Malaysia is exemplified by a government link agency, the
Sime Darby Plantation. This commitment is manifested by strong adherence to
safety standards to ensure sustainable development and environmental safety
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