Dr. Terry Goh Jiu Sin
Chief Technical Advisor – Regenerative Aquaculture, Aquaponics & Sustainable Food Systems
PWD Smart FarmAbility Sdn. Bhd.
Dr. Terry Goh Jiu Sin is a distinguished aquaculture innovator, agronomist, chemist, and regenerative agriculture specialist with over 20 years of professional experience in sustainable aquaculture, biological farming, crop nutrition, and commercial food production systems. His extensive expertise in integrating science, engineering, and natural ecosystem principles has made him a respected authority in regenerative aquaponics and climate-resilient food production.
As the Chief Technical Advisor for Regenerative Aquaculture and Aquaponics at PWD Smart FarmAbility Sdn. Bhd., Dr. Terry plays a pivotal role in designing, optimising, and scaling the organisation’s Soil-U-tion™ Regenerative Ecosystem, supporting inclusive food security initiatives across Malaysia and internationally.
Professional Expertise
Dr. Terry possesses multidisciplinary expertise spanning:
- Commercial Aquaponics System Design
- Sustainable Aquaculture Production
- Regenerative Agriculture
- Soil & Plant Nutrition
- Biological Crop Management
- Water Quality Engineering
- Fish Health & Disease Prevention
- Natural Agricultural Inputs
- Climate-Smart Farming Technologies
- Circular Food Production Systems
His practical innovations have consistently improved productivity while reducing environmental impact and dependence on synthetic agricultural chemicals.
Innovation in Regenerative Aquaculture
Throughout his career, Dr. Terry has successfully developed innovative commercial aquaponics systems capable of significantly enhancing production efficiency while maintaining ecological balance.
His contributions include:
- High-density outdoor aquaponics systems
- Natural biological filtration technologies
- Water recirculation optimisation
- Fish health management systems
- Integrated nutrient recycling
- Sustainable crop-fish production models
- Climate-resilient farming solutions
His innovative production systems have demonstrated improved fish survival rates, higher productivity, reduced operational costs, and more sustainable resource utilisation.
Championing Biological Farming
A passionate advocate of regenerative agriculture, Dr. Terry firmly believes that healthy soil, healthy water, healthy plants, and healthy aquatic ecosystems form the foundation of sustainable food production.
His farming philosophy promotes:
- Living soil restoration
- Natural mineral balance
- Biological nutrient cycling
- Chemical-free food production
- Environmental stewardship
- Ecosystem-based agriculture
- Long-term agricultural sustainability
His approach aligns closely with PWD Smart FarmAbility’s vision of creating resilient communities through regenerative food systems.
Leadership in the Soil-U-tion™ Regenerative Ecosystem
Within PWD Smart FarmAbility, Dr. Terry provides strategic technical leadership in:
- Commercial aquaponics engineering
- Aquaculture system optimisation
- Technical research and innovation
- Water management systems
- Farm performance improvement
- Technical troubleshooting
- Product development
- Farmer capacity building
- International technical collaborations
His expertise continues to strengthen the scalability and technical excellence of the organisation’s regenerative agriculture technologies.
Regional & International Experience
Dr. Terry has supported agricultural and aquaculture initiatives across Southeast Asia, including:
- Malaysia
- Thailand
- Cambodia
His international experience enables the adaptation of regenerative farming technologies to diverse climates, ecosystems, and community contexts.
Creating Sustainable Community Impact
Dr. Terry’s work supports numerous community development initiatives, including:
- Food Security Programmes
- Persons with Disabilities (PWD) Empowerment
- Urban Food Forests
- Community Aquaponics
- ESG & SDG Initiatives
- School Food Gardens
- Social Enterprises
- Corporate Sustainability Projects
- Climate Adaptation Programmes
His technical leadership contributes directly to building resilient, inclusive, and self-sustaining communities.
Leadership Philosophy
“The future of agriculture lies not in fighting nature, but in understanding it. Healthy ecosystems naturally produce healthy food, healthy livelihoods, and healthier communities.”
Dr. Terry advocates integrating scientific innovation with ecological wisdom to develop regenerative food systems that benefit both people and the planet.
Vision
To advance regenerative aquaculture and sustainable food production through innovation, ecosystem restoration, and inclusive community empowerment, ensuring food security and environmental resilience for future generations.
Contribution to PWD Smart FarmAbility
As Chief Technical Advisor, Dr. Terry Goh Jiu Sin is instrumental in advancing the Soil-U-tion™ Regenerative Ecosystem, contributing to technology development, commercial aquaponics engineering, regenerative farming innovation, and sustainable food system design.
His technical expertise supports PWD Smart FarmAbility’s mission of transforming underutilised urban and rural spaces into productive regenerative ecosystems that empower communities, strengthen food sovereignty, and create lasting environmental and social impact.
Professional Motto
“Regenerative ecosystems are built where science, nature, and human purpose work together to nourish both people and the planet.”
