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Koperasi Pertanian & Makanan Selamat Berhad (KOTAMAS)
Empowering our community by enhancing socio-economic well-being through sustainable agriculture and safe food practices.
Proudly operating in Raub, Pahang – the heartland of premium Musang King durian.
Koperasi Pertanian & Makanan Selamat Berhad (KOTAMAS)
Empowering our community by enhancing socio-economic well-being through sustainable agriculture and safe food practices.
Proudly operating in Raub, Pahang – the heartland of premium Musang King durian.
Our Core Activities: Nurturing Growth from Seed to Market
KOTAMAS is dedicated to fostering agricultural prosperity and food security within our community. Our diverse activities are designed to create stable incomes and sustainable livelihoods for our members.
1
Durian Cultivation
Focused on long-term investment in premium Musang King durian plantations, ensuring high-value yield.
2
Short-Term Crops
Cultivating quick-cash vegetables and herbs for immediate income generation and diversified farming.
3
Food Processing
Adding value through agro-food industry initiatives, transforming durian and other produce into semi-finished or final products.
4
Technical Training
Providing essential programmes for members in agricultural technology and safe food certification practices.
The Crown Jewel: Musang King Durian
Our long-term commitment to durian cultivation centres on the highly sought-after Musang King variety. These premium plantations are not just a source of significant income but also a symbol of quality, leveraging Raub's ideal conditions.
We implement best practices in cultivation, from sapling to harvest, ensuring healthy trees and superior fruit quality. This strategic focus ensures a sustainable, high-value asset for our cooperative members.
Diversifying Income: Short-Term Crops & Food Processing
Swift Returns from Seasonal Harvests
Beyond durians, we focus on cultivating short-term vegetables and herbs. These crops provide a crucial immediate cash flow, helping to stabilise members' incomes throughout the year and reduce reliance on single crop cycles.
Adding Value Through Innovation
Our agro-food processing initiatives transform raw produce, especially durian, into value-added products like frozen durian pulp. This extends shelf life, opens new markets, and significantly increases profitability for our members.
By integrating both long-term and short-term farming with smart processing, KOTAMAS builds a robust and resilient agricultural economy for our community.
Empowering Our Members: Technical Training & Expertise
Knowledge is key to modern agriculture. KOTAMAS provides comprehensive technical training programmes, ensuring our members are equipped with the latest agricultural technologies and best practices.
Advanced Farming Techniques
Workshops on precision agriculture, soil management, and efficient irrigation systems.
Safe Food Certification
Training to meet stringent food safety standards, ensuring produce is safe and marketable globally.
Business & Financial Skills
Education on cooperative management, marketing, and financial literacy for sustainable growth.
These programmes enhance productivity, improve product quality, and open new economic avenues for every KOTAMAS member.
Direct Benefits for KOTAMAS Members
Membership with KOTAMAS translates into tangible advantages designed to boost profitability and reduce operational burdens for our farmers.
Stable & Fair Income
Members receive competitive, market-driven prices for their produce, ensuring stable and predictable revenue streams.
Reduced Operating Costs
Benefit from collective purchasing power for essential agricultural inputs like seeds, fertilisers, and equipment, significantly lowering individual expenses.
Expanding Horizons: Value Addition & Market Access
Enhanced Product Value
Through our food processing arm, we add significant value to raw produce. For example, fresh durian is transformed into frozen pulp, commanding higher prices and longer shelf life.
Direct Market Linkages
Members gain direct access to lucrative markets, including wholesale markets in Kuala Lumpur and the potential for international exports, bypassing middlemen.
KOTAMAS provides the infrastructure and connections for members to thrive in broader markets, from local to global.
Our Impact in Numbers: KOTAMAS at a Glance
Witness the foundation and ambition of KOTAMAS, driven by strong community support and clear financial goals.
RM200K
Initial Capital
Seed funding that launched our cooperative's vital operations and investments.
RM1.59M
Annual Revenue Target
Our ambitious yet achievable annual revenue goal, reflecting expected growth and market demand.
21
Founding Members
The dedicated individuals who pioneered KOTAMAS, forming the bedrock of our collective success.
Connect with KOTAMAS
We welcome enquiries from prospective members, partners, and anyone interested in sustainable agriculture and community development.
Secretary's Office:
16, Jalan PP Bandar Baru Klau, 2, Pusat Perniagaan Bandar Baru Klau, Kampung Sungai Klau, 27630 Raub, Pahang.
Your interest helps grow our community and strengthen the agricultural sector in Raub.
Join Our Journey Towards a Prosperous Future
KOTAMAS is more than a cooperative; it's a movement towards economic stability, food security, and community empowerment. We believe in the power of collaboration to achieve shared prosperity for all rural stakeholders.
Together, we cultivate success.