PT Tri Buana Mas (TBM), a subsidiary of PT Astra Agro Lestari Tbk, continues to demonstrate its commitment to community impact through the Astra Kreatif program, which aims to improve the economic welfare of communities near its operations. Through Astra Kreatif, TBM supports community-based economic growth by fostering business groups that utilize local resources and…
The Astra Agro Group runs the Astra Kreatif initiative, an economic empowerment program aimed at improving the welfare of communities near its operations. Through its subsidiaries in Pangkalan Bun, Central Kalimantan—PT Gunung Sejahtera Dua Indah (GSDI) and PT Gunung Sejahtera Yoli Makmur (GSYM)—the Company works to foster economic self-reliance in local communities. This commitment is…
Pekanbaru (ANTARA) – PT Sari Lembah Subur (PT SLS), a palm oil plantation company, continues to provide accessible healthcare through its Health CSR programme, which also raises public awareness about healthy living. Since its establishment in Pelalawan Regency, Riau Province, PT SLS’s programme has benefited thousands of people, with a focus on mothers and children…
In many villages, small businesses often emerge from home kitchens, backyards, or simple ideas pursued with perseverance. Despite their modest beginnings, these enterprises hold significant potential to drive not only household economies but also local communities. With the right support—ranging from mentoring and training to market access—these businesses can grow into stronger and more sustainable…
Pekanbaru (ANTARA) – The business sector’s commitment to strengthening rural economies is evident in the efforts of PT Sari Lembah Subur (PT SLS), a palm oil plantation company that consistently empowers communities in its operational areas through the Astra Kreatif program. The program focuses on economic development and uses a local wisdom-based approach to address…
Pekanbaru (ANTARA) – The industry’s commitment to strengthening the rural economy continues to yield tangible results. This is exemplified by the palm oil plantation company PT Sari Lembah Subur (PT SLS), which is promoting the sustainable empowerment of communities within its operational areas through the Astra Kreatif programme This programme, which focuses on strengthening the…
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…
