KUALA LUMPUR, March 24 (Bernama) — LKE Group Sdn Bhd officially launches the LKE Hydroponic Farm as the first eco-tourism farm in Bentong that effectively utilizes hydroponic systems to cultivate fresh produce which is intended to significantly contribute to Malaysia’s economic growth and set a benchmark for industry players nationwide to adopt Green Innovation Practices. The event was graced by Pn. Rosnah Mustafah, Senior Deputy Director – Malaysian Tourism Promotion Board (Tourism Malaysia).
Established as an independent facility three years ago, the 1.5-acre LKE Hydroponic Farm is part of LKE Group Sdn Bhd’s 200-acre establishment which consists of – LKE Musang Queen, LKE Hydroponic Farm, LKE Bio Ginger Farm, LKE Swiftlet Farming, LKE Palm Oil Plantation, and LKE Natural Rubber. The hydroponic farm employs a soilless farming technique to produce crops in a more eco-friendly method. The hydroponic system uses water as a base for the crops to grow as opposed to soil, and even so, it utilizes 80-90 percent less water as compared to traditional agriculture, all the while producing healthier and more nutritious crops with minimal pesticides. This is achieved by supplying sufficient nutrients via controlled supplements that flow through the water that the plants grow in.