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…
Analysts are mostly revising upwards their crude palm oil (CPO) price forecasts for the remainder of 2024 and first quarter of 2025 (1Q25) following growing concerns over declining production and supply tightness. The situation is also reflected by the lower palm oil stockpile figure, of 1.89 million tonnes for October, released by the Malaysian Palm…
A girl in a light blue uniform eagerly raises her hand when the teacher asks her to solve an arithmetic problem on the blackboard. Based on her appearance, she looks old enough to be in the 6th grade of elementary or junior high school. However, she is still learning the curriculum typically covered in the…
In a vast oil palm plantation, the blacksmith profession is the least job that we expected to find. This profession, which is synonymous with legends and historical stories such as the story of Mpu Gandhring’s Keris, is rarely found in the current Indonesian society. However, if we walk down the streets around Saruddu Village, Sulawesi,…
PT Pasangkayu, a subsidiary of PT Astra Agro Lestari, assists the poultry farming groups in Ako Village, a village located in Pasangkayu Regency, West Sulawesi. PT Pasangkayu’s CSR team regularly assists poultry farming groups by providing poultry feed, mentoring, cleaning, and poultry farming related equipment. Agling, The Head of Ako Village, thanked PT Pasangkayu for…
Uterine and cervical cancer remain leading causes of death among women in Indonesia. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), more than 270,000 deaths occur annually due to this type of cancer, with over 85% of cases occurring in developing countries, including Indonesia. Recognizing the importance of prevention and early detection, various organizations are intensifying…
Concern for the needs of the local villagers was demonstrated by PT Lestari Tani Teladan (LTT) through the inauguration and delivery of clean water facilities and MCK (Bathing, Washing, and Latrine) services to the residents of Towiora Village. On Wednesday, October 23, 2024, the Astra Agro Lestari Group, an oil palm plantation company in Donggala…
Conservation involves maintaining and preserving natural resources and the environment to ensure sustainability. In a broader context, it encompasses all actions aimed at preserving biodiversity, protecting ecosystems, preventing environmental damage, and promoting responsible resource use. In Indonesia, conservation is crucial for maintaining the country’s rich natural resources, including its biodiversity and the unique ecosystems found…
Aceh Singkil (ANTARA) – The role of doctors is very much needed, especially for people in remote villages. Therefore, appreciation deserves to be pinned on those who devote themselves to helping maintain public health, especially in remote areas. This was done by Osmi Samra, a tough woman who tirelessly provides services to the community in…
Education has a significant role in life as a centre of knowledge, skills, character building, opening employment opportunities, and the development of a society. SMK Negeri 1 Kaway XVI, located in Padang Sikabu village in West Aceh District, is one example of a formal education school equivalent to a senior high school. The school itself…
The price of success is hard work, dedication to the job at hand, and strong determination. These are the keys to achieving success, especially if the work is done with sincerity and the intention of helping. Success is certainly in sight. Such is the journey of Syaqban, an immigrant from Medan who became an exemplary…
According to data from the Indonesian Palm Oil Association (Gapki), Indonesia’s palm oil industry has encountered productivity challenges and experienced production stagnation over the past five years. The high demand from both domestic and foreign markets is a concern as it may jeopardize the availability of palm oil supply. Puji Lestari, the Head of the…
The existence of daycare is now crucial; its presence cannot be underestimated. More than just a daycare center, this place is also expected to provide growth and development stimulation benefits for children and make parents not worry when leaving their children at work. Daycare is more than just a place to leave children while parents…
