Dato’ Dr Hashim Abdul Wahab FASc

Dato’ Dr Hashim Abdul Wahab FASc has vast experience in the agricultural field. He obtained his diploma in Agriculture from the College of Agriculture (now Universiti Putra Malaysia). He earned his bachelor and masters studies from Iowa State University, and his PhD in Agricultural Science from North Carolina State University in 1971.

He served in the Department of Agricultural and MARDI for over 20 years until he was appointed as Deputy Director- General in 1981. Due to his vast experience in agriculture, he was later appointed as the first Director-General, Malaysian Cocoa Board for seven years.

Dato’ Dr Hashim was an outgoing person and active with outdoor activities. He often shared his experiences in his writing or through his motivational lectures. He published six books and more than 80 articles on agriculture, agriculture management, eco-tourism, ICT, adventure travels, wellness and happiness. He was also actively involved in voluntary and professional organisations. He had served as President of the Agricultural Institute of Malaysia, President of the Alumni Association of UPM, President of the Rotary Club of Kajang, Vice-President & Chairman of Environment Education, Malaysian Nature Society in 2002-2010.

Dato’ Dr Hashim has made numerous contribution to the public service and the community activities, particularly on the environment and sustainable development issues. For his outstanding contribution, he received several notable awards such as Johan Setia Mahkota 1988, Darjah Setia DiRaja Kedah 1999, Anugerah Langkawi 2005, UPM Alumni Award, Selected Torch Bearer for the Beijing Olympic 2008.

Dato’ Dr Hashim was actively involved with ASM where he served as Chairperson of the Biological, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Discipline Group (2013-2015), Council Members (2012-2014), and Membership Committee.