Harno smiled proudly as he showcased video footage of the lush green expanse of chilli trees bearing large fruits. He and his Sanjaya Tani farmers group cultivate chillies on half a hectare of land near an oil palm plantation in Banjar Panjang Village, Kerumutan, Pelalawan, Riau Province. “This is a pesticide-free organic crop,” he stated.…
The Indonesian government is planning to significantly boost the renewable component in diesel fuel to achieve self-sufficiency and eliminate diesel imports by 2026, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia announced on Wednesday. Speaking at the Indonesia Mining Summit at Mulia Hotel in Jakarta, Bahlil outlined a phased approach to increasing the use of biodiesel,…
In the era of social media, sales patterns are gradually shifting from offline to online. This transition presents a significant opportunity for local businesses, as promoting their products has become more manageable and their reach has expanded. One group of local businesses taking advantage of this change is PT Perkebunan Lembah Bhakti (PT PLB), a…
Curiosity is a natural trait of children that drives them to explore and understand the world around them. This curiosity is essential, especially when they are learning about the environment. In South Kalimantan, Astra Agro utilizes interactive and locally focused learning methods to teach children about the importance of protecting nature. Two of Astra Agro’s…
The ecosystem connecting local businesses with the Suku Anak Dalam (SAD) groups increasingly serves as an incubator for collaboration. In Sarolangun, Jambi, locally owned businesses are partnering with SAD groups to produce lemongrass oil. PT Sari Aditya Loka (SAL), part of the Astra Agro Lestari Group, serves as a business incubator for the collaboration between…
Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto stated that the use of biodiesel with 40 percent palm oil-based vegetable fuel or B40 will be implemented starting on January 1, 2025. This is in line with the mandatory B40 biodiesel program. “For B40 biodiesel, we are committed to starting on January 1 (2025),” Airlangga said on…
Astra Agro is collaborating with micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to promote the traditional rattan weaving of the Dayak Tomun community. In partnership with the Government of North Arut District (Aruta) in West Kotawaringin Regency (Kobar), Central Kalimantan, Astra Agro is providing annual training in rattan weaving crafts for the Dayak Tomun tribe across…
Land and plantation fires pose a serious threat to the environment, economy, and public health. In response, PT Waru Kaltim Plantation (WKP), an oil palm subsidiary of PT Astra Agro Lestari Tbk (AALI) in East Kalimantan, collaborated with the Agriculture Office of the Plantation Division in Penajam Paser Utara Regency (PPU) to conduct Monitoring and…
PT GSIP-AMR (Astra Agro Lestari Group) focuses on community development and empowerment, aiming to enhance the quality of human resources beginning at the grassroots level. One of the key initiatives involved is the coaching of Posyandu (integrated service posts), as these programs actively engage mothers in the community. Their role is crucial in shaping and…
Jakarta – PT Astra Agro Lestari Tbk (Astra Agro), through Astra for Creative Indonesia, develops one of the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) programs through its subsidiaries. Aiming to increase motivation and innovation in entrepreneurship. Of course, it is also an effort to improve the economic standard of living of the community. PT Perkebunan…
It is common knowledge that some Suku Anak Dalam (SAD) have come out of the forest to start farming or cultivating. This is a challenge in itself, given the SAD’s nomadic lifestyle and dependence on forest products. Astra Agro Lestari Group’s subsidiary, PT Sari Aditya Loka (SAL), tries to help by providing knowledge about cultivation…
Trickle down effect or the positive impact of the presence of investors, is what the government expects when inviting businesses to invest their capital. After the company is present, it is expected that jobs will open up, people will get income, and the economy will grow. Such is the case in Era Village, North Mori…
MEULABOH – Kuta Padang Village, Bubon District, West Aceh, has a farmer group that can be a pilot and pioneer in utilizing unproductive peatlands to be more productive. This farmer group is called the Sustainable Peat Pineapple Farmer Group (KT-NGL). The head of the KT-NGL group, Edi Saputra, admitted that he was confused about managing…
North Singkil Sub-district, Aceh Singkil, is living proof that food security can be realized with a creative and sustainable approach. POSO – Playing an important role in the progress and development of Poso Regency, PT Sawit Jaya Abadi (PT SJA), an oil palm plantation company of the Astra Agro Lestari group, realizes that its role…
The palm oil industry continuously adopts sustainable practices in conducting plantation business to align with the Sustainability Development Goals program. One way to do this is by reducing pesticides, as Astra Agro Lestari Group practices. The Company controls pests by reducing the use of pesticides. As is known, insect pests in the garden can have…
North Singkil Sub-district, Aceh Singkil, is living proof that food security can be realized with a creative and sustainable approach. Through catfish farming based on biofloc technology, this village not only ensures food availability, but also contributes to the prevention of stunting for infants and toddlers. The program was initiated by Rahman Dwi Rizky, Secretary…
Commemorating the 60th National Health Day (HKN), PT Waru Kaltim Plantation (WKP), a subsidiary of PT Astra Agro Lestari Tbk (AALI), handed over equipment to Posyandu Bukit Tinggi in Bangun Mulya Village, Waru District, PPU, Thursday (14/11). The donation in the form of digital scales, plastic chairs, and garbage cans aims to support health services…
PT Sukses Tani Nusasubur (STN) and PT Waru Kaltim Plantation (WKP), part of Astra Agro Lestari (AALI), collaborated with the Government of Penajam Paser Utara (PPU) Regency in “Apel Gelar Pasukan dan Peralatan dan Simulasi Menghadap Bencana Hydrometeorology,” Wednesday (13/11). The activity, which was held at the PPU Regent’s Office field, aimed to increase synergy…
The palm oil industry increasingly adopts sustainable practices to align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). One notable approach taken by Astra Agro Lestari Group is the reduction of pesticide use. The company actively manages pests by minimizing pesticide application. Insect pests in plantations can lead to significant issues, including reduced productivity and crop damage.…
As a member of the Anak Dalam tribe, Pauzan has experienced several challenges in getting an education. Besides limited facilities, the perception among Suku Anak Dalam about education still tends to be unfavourable. Therefore, Pauzan’s journey through education was not smooth. At first, he thought he would only be part of the unemployed youth just…
