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Skilled Workforce
A shortage of skilled workers within the agricultural sector.
Institut Latihan Pertanian Pintar Sabah (ILPPS) is an education and training institution dedicated to advancing agricultural knowledge, skills and professional development.
Developing agricultural education that responds to the needs of a changing industry.
Established in early 2026, Institut Latihan Pertanian Pintar Sabah (ILPPS) was created in response to the changing needs and challenges of Malaysia's agricultural sector.
ILPPS provides a dedicated platform for agricultural education and training in Sabah.
Five key challenges shaped the establishment of ILPPS and its role within the agricultural education landscape.
A shortage of skilled workers within the agricultural sector.
The increasing average age of the farming population.
Declining interest among young people in agricultural careers.
Increasing national dependence on imported food.
A growing need for technology adoption across modern agriculture.
A clear institutional direction supported by three principles that define the ILPPS identity.
To become a leading smart agriculture education and training institution in Malaysia that produces globally competitive agricultural professionals and entrepreneurs.
Deliver education relevant to industry needs.
Integrate smart technology into learning.
Develop highly skilled and entrepreneurial graduates.
Support Malaysia's national food security agenda.
Three principles that shape the culture and educational direction of ILPPS.
Building knowledge, practical capability and a commitment to continuous learning.
Developing integrity, leadership and the ability to create positive change.
Turning knowledge and capability into sustainable career and economic opportunities.
ILPPS believes education should develop individuals who are knowledgeable, skilled, ethical and prepared to contribute meaningfully to society.
Developing capable individuals with the qualities to progress professionally and personally.
Strong knowledge relevant to the agricultural sector.
Practical and professional competencies.
Ethical, responsible and trustworthy conduct.
Creative thinking and openness to new approaches.
Confidence to identify and create opportunities.
Prepared to perform at national and global levels.
Responsible towards the environment and future generations.
Six priority areas define how ILPPS contributes to agricultural education, industry development and wider community progress.
Prepare competent and professional graduates who can meet current industry requirements.
Encourage the adoption of modern agricultural systems and technology to improve productivity.
Contribute to stronger local agricultural capacity and sustainable food production.
Encourage students to build enterprises, create opportunities and generate income.
Build stronger connections with education, government, agritech and industry stakeholders.
Support communities through knowledge transfer, skills development and entrepreneurship that can strengthen rural socio-economic development.
Building capability that can contribute to people, industry and communities.
ILPPS welcomes collaboration that can strengthen learning opportunities, industry exposure and agricultural development.
Collaboration supporting skills development, youth programmes and agricultural initiatives.
Engagement with commercial farms and agricultural companies for practical industry exposure.
Connections with technology providers across IoT, drones, greenhouse systems and smart agriculture.
Academic collaboration that supports learning, progression and institutional development.
Workplace learning and practical placement opportunities.
Collaborative agricultural and industry-based initiatives.
Initiatives that encourage greater youth participation.
Skills and knowledge programmes for wider communities.