PT Sari Aditya Loka (PT SAL) continues to demonstrate its commitment to supporting local community development. As an Astra Agro Lestari group oil palm plantation company operating in Jambi Province, PT SAL continues to strive to open access to education and skills for the younger generation. This includes people from indigenous communities and remote areas.…
In a remarkable display of commitment to the local community, PT Kimia Tirta Utama (PT KTU), a palm oil plantation company within the Astra Agro Lestari group, is taking meaningful strides to enhance lives in Koto Gasib District, Siak Regency, Riau Province. The company is actively repairing the roads at Simpang Astra Pos 1 in…
Every morning, as the sun rises and bathes the palm trees in golden light, Dewi steps into her work uniform with purpose and pride. With each stride through the lush oil palm plantation of PT Gunung Sejahtera Dua Indah (GSDI), she embodies dedication and resilience. Dewi is more than just a maintenance worker; she is…
In a workforce often perceived as male-dominated, Alifah’s unwavering spirit to advance and grow shines bright. As a dedicated woman, she wholeheartedly contributes to her company, even stepping into a leadership role among her colleagues. Her journey is deeply supported by her parents and family. For Alifah, her father’s pride in her accomplishments within the…
In a serene village in remote Kalimantan, innovation blooms from the often-overlooked kitchen and plantation waste. In the hands of the farmers of Kebun Agung Village, Pangkalan Banteng Sub-district, West Kotawaringin Regency, Central Kalimantan, what was once considered useless waste transforms into something truly valuable. This household waste is transformed into organic fertilizer that fertilizes…
The recent flood disaster in Morowali Utara Regency, Central Sulawesi, has profoundly impacted the community, affecting vital places of worship and the homes of local residents. In an effort to lighten the load of those affected, PT Agro Nusa Abadi (ANA) stepped forward, delivering crucial assistance in the form of a fire truck to the…
PT Astra Agro Lestari Tbk. (AALI) stands as a beacon of commitment to diversity and inclusivity, exemplifying resilience in a palm oil plantation industry facing challenges. By prioritizing expertise, experience, and educational backgrounds, the company ensures its operations remain effective and efficient, with a talented team of professionals at the helm. As it prepares for…
PT Mamuang, a subsidiary of PT Astra Agro (AAL) in the palm oil plantation industry, is reinforcing its commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR) by providing incentives to posyandu (integrated health service post) cadres and distributing 350 supplementary food packages (PMT) to the community. This initiative aims to support maternal and child health, particularly in…
PT Kimia Tirta Utama (PT KTU), a proud subsidiary of the palm oil plantation group Astra Agro Lestari, recently celebrated the Nuzulul Qur’an while bringing hope to orphans in the local area of Siak Regency, Riau Province. Held at the Al-Ikhlas Mosque of PT KTU, this event not only strengthened friendships but also illuminated the…
In response to the sluggish national palm oil production, the company has adopted a strategy focused on intensification and innovation. The challenge of increasing productivity is becoming more complex due to various pressures from area restructuring policies. Over the past two years, national palm oil production has stagnated and even declined. According to data from…
One of Astra Agro Lestari’s (AAL) subsidiaries, PT Letawa, which operates in the palm oil plantation industry, is dedicated to community health. On Thursday, March 27, 2025, the company provided incentive assistance to posyandu (health post) cadres and supplementary food packages for toddlers in the Tikke Raya District of Pasangkayu Regency, West Sulawesi. Kartini, the…
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…
