Applied Agricultural Resources Sdn. Bhd. (AAR) is a leading private research organization in Malaysia, established as a joint venture between two plantation giants: Kuala Lumpur Kepong Berhad (KLK) and Boustead Plantations Berhad. Since its inception, AAR has emerged as a global premier centre for Research and Development (R&D) in tropical plantation tree crops, particularly oil palm, rubber, and cocoa.
The firm specializes in providing Agronomic Advisory Services, advanced Planting Materials (including high-yield clonal palms), and cutting-edge biotech solutions. AAR operates state-of-the-art laboratories and tissue culture facilities, leveraging technologies like GIS, UAVs, and molecular breeding to maximize plantation productivity and sustainability. By integrating scientific rigor with practical estate management, AAR plays a critical role in driving the ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) standards and the digital transformation of the Malaysian agricultural sector