Agroz shares rise 11.75% premarket after announcing Agroz Robotics with UBTECH to integrate AI robotics into vertical farming ecosystem.

Agroz Inc. surged 11.75% in premarket trading following the announcement of its strategic collaboration with UBTECH Robotics to launch Agroz Robotics. The partnership integrates UBTECH’s Walker S humanoid robots into Agroz’s vertical farming ecosystem, enabling automation of key agricultural processes such as seeding, monitoring, and harvesting. This innovation, part of Agroz OS, aims to boost productivity, reduce labor reliance, and enhance crop consistency, aligning with Malaysia’s sustainability goals. CEO Gerard Lim emphasized long-term cost efficiency as robotics costs decline, with field deployment expected in 2026. The move underscores Agroz’s commitment to scalable, climate-resilient food systems and positions the company to expand across Southeast Asia, reinforcing investor confidence in its technological leadership and market potential.