About Us
Disclaimer
PWD Smart FarmAbility Sdn. Bhd. is a Malaysian award-winning social enterprise and regenerative agriculture innovation company dedicated to creating inclusive, climate-resilient and community-driven food systems. Founded in 2019, the organisation has evolved into a global regenerative ecosystem integrating biotechnology, ESG, disability inclusion, food security, circular bioeconomy and sustainable community development.
Our flagship Soil-U-tion™ Regenerative Ecosystem demonstrates that healthy soil is the foundation of healthy food, healthy people, healthy communities and a healthier planet. Through science, innovation and partnerships, we empower households, schools, welfare homes, local authorities, corporations and international collaborators to build regenerative living environments.
Who We Are & What We Do
PWD Smart FarmAbility Enterprise (003003307-U) is a multi award-winning Social Enterprise Accredited (SE.A) under the Malaysian Global Innovation & Creativity Centre (MaGIC), incorporated on 12 August 2019. Following the success of the enterprise, PWD Smart FarmAbility Sdn. Bhd. (1377078-P) was registered as a private company limited by shares on 27 July 2020.
Helmed by Founder & CEO of PwD Smart FarmAbility, Dr Billy Tang, a renowned agriculturalist, social entrepreneur and strong advocate for persons with disabilities. In 2020, we won The Star Golden Hearts Award and Gamuda Inspiration Award, two highly coveted awards for our advocacy of environmental health and food security through ethical farming and making nutritious, organic food accessible to people of all economic background.
The company’s vision is to end food and nutrition insecurity with our multiple proofs-of-concept demonstrating that regenerative agriculture is key to poverty alleviation and soil health restoration.
Driven by our mission to farm for the poor and equip them with the knowledge and wisdom to self-sustain, we aim to empower Malaysia’s disabled community (OKU) through urban farming—by making nutritious food and help them acquire sought-after skills necessary to become part of the workforce or entrepreneurs and contribute to society with dignity.
Vision
To become a global leader in regenerative food systems by transforming communities into resilient ecosystems where biodiversity, nutrition, sustainability and social inclusion thrive together.
Mission
- Restore living soil and biodiversity using regenerative science.
- Strengthen food and nutrition security through local production.
- Empower persons with disabilities, senior citizens and underserved communities.
- Advance ESG and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
- Develop scalable regenerative technologies through research and innovation.
- Build strategic partnerships that create measurable environmental and social impact.
Our Flagship Innovations
- Soil-U-tion™ Regenerative Ecosystem
- Eco-HOPE Box™ Terrarium
- Soil-U-tion™ Regenerative Aquaponics Satellite Farm
- Food Forest 2.0
- Regenerative Housing Infrastructure
- ESG-SDG Learning Centres
- Protein for Sustainable Living
- FARmacy – Food as Medicine
Impact Highlights
- 8,000+ Eco-HOPE Boxes deployed.
- 60+ regenerative satellite farms established.
- Malaysia Commercialisation Year (MCY) recognised TRL 9 innovation.
- International collaborations with academia, industry and communities.
- Copenhagen Business School global case study recognition.
- Programmes benefiting persons with disabilities, B40 families, schools and welfare homes.
Leadership
The organisation is led by Prof. Dr. Billy Tang Chee Seng, DESC, FRSA, a paraplegic social innovator recognised internationally for advancing regenerative agriculture, food security, ESG and disability inclusion. Supported by an experienced Board of Advisors, Scientific Advisors and strategic partners, PWD Smart FarmAbility bridges science with community transformation.
SDG Commitment
Our initiatives contribute directly to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly No Poverty, Zero Hunger, Good Health and Well-being, Quality Education, Reduced Inequalities, Sustainable Cities and Communities, Responsible Consumption and Production, Climate Action, Life on Land and Partnerships for the Goals.
Global Partnerships
PWD Smart FarmAbility collaborates with universities, research institutions, corporations, government agencies, NGOs and international organisations to accelerate regenerative innovation and create scalable, inclusive solutions for future generations.
Our Motto
Nutrition Can Save A Nation.
Healthy Soil → Healthy Food → Healthy People → Healthy Communities → A Healthy Planet.
CORE TEAM
Diverse, inclusive, and passionate – our core team members hailing from different backgrounds contribute their unique expertise to make PWD Smart Farmability what it is today.
Prof. Dr. Miow Kit Fong
Scientific Advisor, PWD Smart FarmAbility Enterprise | Sdn. Bhd.
Founder, Chairman & Chief Researcher, MG Formula Berhad
Dr. Billy Tang Chee Seng
Founder & CEO
Paraplegic Farmer
Jimmy Kang Chee Meng
Co-Founder & CTO*
Construction & Engineering
Pn. Mariam Kasim
Admin & Finance
Dr. Tan Yen Wooi
Financial Leadership in Building
Sustainable Economies
Board of Advisors
Dr. Larry Chee-Yoong Wong
Board Advisor and Consultant, Agricultural Economics
Dr. Dana G. Vera Cruz
Global Pre-Commercialization and Commercialization of Tilapia Ice-Cream & Cookies
Prof. Dato’ Dr. GP Doraisamy
Humanitarian Works, Socio-Legal, and Business Ventures, Locally & Internationally
Dr. Ong Kuo Ghee
Medical Rehabilitation and PWD Enabling Processes in Malaysia
Mr. Steven Chan Tuck Soon
Bio-Physics Crop Management
Mr. Terry Goh Jiu Sin
Design and Operations of Commercial-Scale Aquaponics and Aquaculture
Pn. Nurhidayah bt. Dato’ Hj. Badaruddin
Director Communication
Dr. Hj. Mazlan Bin Hj. Ahmad
Advisor Consultant in Islamic Social Finance and Social Entrepreneur (Wakafpreneur)
Dr. Marietta A. Reformado
Patron
Ir. Ts. Dr. Kek Ming Chyuan (Vince Kek)
Technology & Digital Innovation Advisor
PWD Smart FarmAbility Sdn. Bhd.
A paraplegic farmer’s dream to feed all
In 2015, Dr Billy Tang was involved in a serious accident which robbed him of his ability to walk. An agriculturist before the accident, Tang endured severe depression but with the love and support from his family and friends, he embraced his “new life” as a paraplegic and returned to his area of expertise in farming.
How You Can Make A Difference
No ambition too large, no effort too small. From little gestures like connecting us to a welfare shelter in dire need, to getting us involved with designing a smart food chain for your smart city – if you have the right heart to sow a good seed, please reach out to us.