PT Astra Agro Lestari Tbk. (Astra Agro) took advantage of the Ramadan season to strengthen ties with members of the press through a joint iftar event in Balikpapan. The event also served as a forum for dialogue between the company and the media to enhance communication and synergy with stakeholders. The event also served as…
To strengthen social ties and foster a spirit of compassion during the holy month of Ramadan, PT Karya Tanah Subur (PT KTS) held a joint iftar event combined with a charity programme for orphaned children on 17 March 2026. The event, held from late afternoon until iftar, was attended by 18 orphaned children—children of former…
PT Tunggal Perkasa Plantations (PT TPP), a palm oil plantation company, once again demonstrated its commitment to the surrounding community by distributing aid to hundreds of orphaned children in Indragiri Hulu Regency, Riau, in celebration of Eid al-Fitr 1447 Hijri. The initiative was well received by local stakeholders. Roni, Village Head of Rimpian, Lubuk Batu…
Meanwhile, Astra Agro’s Social Engagement Manager, Joko Subagio, explained that this commitment is realised through a village-based corporate social responsibility programme built on four main pillars: Astra Kreatif, Astra Sehat, Astra Cerdas, and Astra Hijau. Through this programme, Astra Agro promotes the self-reliance of rural communities by strengthening SMEs, enhancing healthcare services through Posyandu, providing…
PT Astra Agro Lestari Tbk has reaffirmed its commitment to providing tangible benefits to the community and environment through sustainable business practices. This commitment was highlighted at a social gathering and communal iftar in Banjarmasin, South Kalimantan, which aimed to strengthen relationships and enhance collaboration with stakeholders, including local government, the community, and the media.…
PT Subur Agro Makmur (SAM), a subsidiary of Astra Agro Lestari, held a commemoration of Nuzulul Qur’an at Sabilul Jannah Mosque, located within the company’s premises in Bajayau Village, Daha Barat Sub-district, Hulu Sungai Selatan (HSS) Regency, South Kalimantan. The activity was organised to strengthen spiritual values during the holy month of Ramadan 1447 Hijri,…
PT Mamuang distributed piglets to the Maju Jaya Women’s Farmers’ Group in Rio Mukti Village, Rio Pakava Sub-district, Donggala Regency, on Wednesday. This programme forms part of the company’s efforts to empower women economically, carried out in collaboration with the NGO Relawan untuk Orang dan Alam (ROA). The company provided 30 piglets to the group,…
PT Tunggal Perkasa Plantations (PT TPP), an oil palm company in Indragiri Hulu Regency, received the Best Immunisation-Supporting Company of 2025 award from the Riau Provincial Health Office. The award was presented at an official ceremony in Pekanbaru on Monday (2 March). The award recognises PT TPP, a subsidiary of Astra Agro Lestari, for its…
Three oil palm plantation companies in Aceh Province—PT Perkebunan Lembah Bhakti, PT Karya Tanah Subur, and PT Tunggal Perkasa Plantations—are implementing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programmes focused on sustainable community empowerment in areas surrounding their operations. These CSR programmes are carried out through four main pillars: strengthening the local economy, improving healthcare services, supporting education,…
PT Astra Agro Lestari Tbk reaffirms its commitment to providing tangible benefits to the community and environment through sustainable business practices in all operational areas. Luqman Fajar Hakim, Community Development Area Manager for Central Kalimantan, stated in Palangka Raya that the company’s operations are founded on the principle of growing together with the community. ‘We…
PT Karya Tanah Subur (KTS), a palm oil plantation company, has successfully developed a biochar-based organic fertiliser from palm shell waste that improves soil quality and pH. This cost-effective and environmentally friendly innovation was identified through collaborative research between PT KTS and the Faculty of Agriculture at Teuku Umar University (UTU) in Meulaboh. Research conducted…
PT Lestari Tani Teladan (LTT) is committed to regional development by investing in both economic growth and community support. Its CSR programme focuses on four main pillars: health, education, economy, and environment, all designed to create lasting benefits for residents near its operations. Kartina, a member of PT Lestari Tani Teladan’s management, stated that all…
As workplace risks continue to be a significant concern in 2026, PT Waru Kaltim Plantation (WKP), a subsidiary of PT Astra Agro Lestari Tbk., has reaffirmed its commitment to occupational safety and health (OSH) by holding the 2026 National OSH Month Ceremony on Wednesday (18/2/2026) at its operational site. Workplace risks extend beyond physical accidents…
The Independent Workers Union of PT Sawit Asahan Indah (SAI) and company management held an industrial relations harmonisation event to prepare for the signing of a Collective Labour Agreement (PKB). The event included providing assistance to orphans and presenting gifts to retiring employees. This year, management and the labour union chose to organise activities with…
Waste is a persistent issue in both urban and rural areas. Single-use plastic bags, food scraps, and packaging frequently accumulate due to inadequate management. At the national level, the issue of waste is no longer merely a matter of cleanliness, but also concerns public health, environmental pollution, and climate change. According to data from the…
PT Sukses Tani Nusasubur (STN), a subsidiary of PT Astra Agro Lestari Tbk. (Astra Agro), received an award from the Governor of East Kalimantan for effective management of High Conservation Value (HCV) areas within its plantations. The award was presented at the 2025 East Kalimantan Plantation Coordination Meeting, organised by the East Kalimantan Provincial Plantation…
PT Surya Indah Nusantara Pagi (SINP) and PT Persada Bina Nusantara Abadi (PBNA), both part of the Astra Agro Group, supported the annual traditional ritual of the Dayak Tomun tribe as a demonstration of their commitment to preserving local wisdom. “Participation in this traditional ritual demonstrates Astra Agro’s commitment to growing with the community, respecting…
PT Astra Agro Lestari Tbk (Astra Agro) continues to demonstrate its commitment to sustainable positive impact through the Astra Mengajar programme. The programme is carried out by Astra Agro subsidiaries in Central Kalimantan: PT Gunung Sejahtera Dua Indah (GSDI) and PT Gunung Sejahtera Yoli Makmur (GSYM). This initiative supports Astra Agro’s Sustainability Aspirations, specifically within…
PT Astra Agro Lestari Tbk (Astra Agro), together with its subsidiaries in Sulawesi, continues to strengthen its commitment to community empowerment through a participatory approach grounded in local needs. All programs are designed based on social mapping and active dialogue with village governments and community representatives to ensure relevance, inclusivity, and long-term sustainability of benefits.…
Construction of the Al Muhajirin Mosque in Dusun 2, Kota Baru Village, Kunto Darussalam Sub-district, Rokan Hulu Regency, has officially begun. Foundation backfilling started on Saturday (31/01/2026), with PT Eka Dura Indonesia providing a JCB heavy equipment unit. Heavy equipment began land filling early in the morning, marking the first step in building the long-awaited…
