PT Gunung Sejahtera Dua Indah (GSDI) and PT Gunung Sejahtera Yoli Makmur (GSYM), part of PT Astra Agro Lestari Tbk, continue their commitment to supporting the welfare of the Umpang Village community in the Arut Selatan District of Kotawaringin Barat Regency, Central Kalimantan (Kalteng). Recently, the company contributed to the renovation of a mosque in…
In the holy month of Ramadan 1447 Hijri, PT Mamuang distributed 175 food packages to the indigenous Kaili Tado community residing near the company’s operational area in Martasari Village, Pedongga District, Pasangkayu Regency, West Sulawesi, on Wednesday, March 26, 2025. This initiative is part of PT Mamuang’s commitment to supporting food security in the community,…
Active sharing, contribution, and care make PT Sari Aditya Loka (PT SAL) a commendable example of a healthy company. This is particularly evident during the holy month of Ramadan, when PT SAL demonstrates its commitment by providing assistance to orphans in the surrounding villages. This palm oil plantation company, operating in Merangin Regency, shared its…
The Association of Indonesian Oleochemical Producers (APOLIN) reported that Indonesia’s exports of oleochemical product has been continuously increasing during the last few years. But the oleochemical product is facing a challenge in the global market as the 27 member countries of European Union (EU) impose anti-dumping policy against fatty acid, while India imposes anti-subsidy policy…
As a tangible form of commitment to environmental sustainability, one of the subsidiaries of PT Astra Agro Lestari Tbk, PT Gunung Sejahtera Ibu Pertiwi (GSIP) and PT Agro Menara Rachmat (AMR) organized a planting initiative of Blangeran Trees along the banks of the Kuning River in Pandu Senjaya Village, Pangkalan Lada District, Kotawaringin Barat Regency,…
PT Waru Kaltim Plantation (WKP) recently received a distinguished award from the Regent of Penajam Paser Utara (PPU), Mudyat Noor, during the 23rd anniversary ceremony of PPU held on November 3, 2025. The company was honored with a green rank award in the Company Performance Assessment Program (PROPER) within the district-level palm oil mill sector.…
Riparian ecosystems or riverbanks are habitats for various types of plants and animals, which play an important role in maintaining biodiversity. This boundary line also has vital ecological functions, such as maintaining water quality, preventing erosion, and reducing flood impacts.Because riverbanks are very important for the sustainability of the ecosystems living within them, Astra Agro…
PT Astra Agro Lestari 1 demonstrates its commitment to supporting government programmes through various Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. This palm oil company not only focuses on business but also strives to positively impact the surrounding community. The company actively supports several government programmes in education, community empowerment, health, infrastructure improvement, and food security. Nurul…
Living in groups is a characteristic that defines the Suku Anak Dalam (SAD) in Jambi. According to Idris Sardi, a sociology expert from Jambi University deeply knowledgeable about SAD, there have been significant shifts in the lives of these indigenous tribes, often referred to as Anak Rimbo. In a recent discussion with PT Sari Aditya…
PT Sari Lembah Subur (PT SLS), a subsidiary of Astra Agro Lestari, recently held a transformative fire prevention education activity for the children of Al-Ikhsan Kindergarten (TK) in Genduang Village, Pangkalan Lesung District, Pelalawan Regency, Riau. This initiative aimed to instill an understanding of the firefighting profession and fire prevention measures from a young age.…
It all began with Noviska’s passionate desire to understand the world of oil palm after graduating high school. In 2023, she embarked on a journey of higher education at a vocational college specializing in oil palm plantations in Yogyakarta. Enrolling in the Diploma I level Oil Palm Plant Nursery study program at the Yogyakarta Plantation…
(AALI) has successfully completed the repair of a vital 3 KM road that serves as a crucial route for the community and vehicles transporting agricultural and plantation products. The Head of Waru District, Ahmad Yani, S.TP., commended PT WKP’s commitment to enhancing village infrastructure. “This road repair holds great significance for our community,” he expressed.…
PT Mamuang, a dedicated player in the palm oil plantation industry, is proudly contributing to the construction of the Nakula Posyandu in Martasari Village, Pedongga District, Pasangkayu Regency, West Sulawesi. Muh Fathurrohman, CSR Assistant of PT Mamuang, emphasized the company’s commitment to enhancing the facilities and infrastructure of Posyandu Nakula as a part of its…
Amidst the lush green plantations and the warmth of Waru soil, a new hope blossoms with every drop of kelulut honey. What began as an individual endeavor has now transformed into a thriving source of livelihood for the farmers of the Mandiri Sejahtera Group. With unwavering support from PT Waru Kaltim Plantation (WKP) in Waru…
In a small part of Mekar Sari Village, Lirik Subdistrict, Indragiri Hulu Regency, Riau, the lively sound of laying ducks has become a part of the daily life of an Elderly Farmers Group. This initiative, launched by PT Tunggal Perkasa Plantations (PT TPP)—part of the Astra Agro Lestari group, which focuses on oil palm plantations—transcends…
The United Nations Human Rights Council (OHCHR) has issued a statement concerning allegations against PT Astra Agro Lestari Tbk (Astra Agro). In its publication, OHCHR has acknowledged the clarifications provided by both the Indonesian Government and Astra Agro. Furthermore, OHCHR has appointed a special rapporteur as an independent party tasked with monitoring developments related to…
An indigenous people’s forum serves as a platform for local communities to share their aspirations, needs, and challenges, particularly regarding land rights, education, health, and the economy. Astra Agro recognizes the significance of creating a discussion space that aids in the survival and cultural development of indigenous peoples through the establishment of an inclusive and…
Berkah Serai Wangi (BSW) is a Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise (MSME) from Jambi fostered by PT Sari Aditya Loka (SAL), a subsidiary of PT Astra Agro Lestari Tbk. BSW produces citronella oil, also known as citronella oil, which is an essential oil extracted from citronella plants. The local business established in 2022, has managed…
The closing ceremony of the 2025 National Occupational Safety and Health Month (Bulan K3) was successfully organized by PT Sawit Asahan Indah (PT SAI), an oil palm plantation company within the Astra Agro Lestari group operating in Rokan Hulu Regency, Riau. The event, held on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, marked an important moment in reaffirming…
PT Sumber Kharisma Persada (PT SKP) and Cipta Narada Lestari (CNL), subsidiaries of PT Astra Agro Lestari Tbk. (AALI) in East Kutai (Kutim), East Kalimantan, organized an occupational safety and health (OSH) campaign to commemorate OSH Month 2025. The theme of this commemoration was “People First: Increasing HR Capacity and Safety Leadership to Realize a…
