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🌴Can one nut empower local communities and preserve rainforests in Indonesia? Behold the mighty illipe nut. These nuts grow in the rainforests of West Kalimantan and are processed into illipe butter, a cocoa butter equivalent that helps make the rainforest more profitable to conserve than cut down. Learn how the Forestwise – Yayasan Rimba Raya Abadi partnership is creating value in sustainable forest grown products and providing farmers with stable incomes: https://bit.ly/3vuOoh8 This partnership is part of the new round of P4G Partnerships accelerating food, water and energy transitions in countries. P4G will provide the partnership with grant funding and technical assistance to help it become investment ready. #PioneeringGreenPartnerships

🎥 Dive into the video and embark on an inspiring journey with Sukono, Ngationo, and Taufik – three Indonesian farmers, implementing regenerative practices on the Rejoso watershed. 💧👨🌾 The Rejoso watershed is home to a crucial water source for a population of 1.6 million people. But over the past years, it’s faced significant decline, which poses a threat to the #livehoods of millions of farmers and communities who depend on it. It was time to act. That’s why in 2016, we co-created the Rejoso Kita project. It’s goal? Protecting and restoring the Rejoso watershed. The project's distinctiveness stems from its #comprehensive coverage of the entire watershed: upstream, midstream and downstream. 🌳 𝐔𝐩 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐢𝐝𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐟𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬: 1.Improving water infiltration rate by protecting trees in the upstream areas and reforesting in the midstream. 2.Promoting the adoption of sustainable practices to increase water infiltration and reduce erosion. 3.Create incentives through the ‘Payment of Ecosystem Services’ enabling financial rewards to grow more trees, while preserving existing ones. 🌾𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐟𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬: 1.Implementing climate smart paddy rice. 2.Installing proper wells to improve water usage efficiency. 🤝 The implementation of this project is the result of #collaborative efforts. Its achievements are attributed to the involvement of the community and the backing of diverse private and public entities: Danone Indonesia, Pasuruan Watershed Forum, CIFOR-ICRAF, KSP TEKUN, KARYA MASYARAKAT MANDIRI, Rabo Foundation, SII Foundation and the Pasuruan Regency. 

Exploring Indonesia's Agricultural Treasure: Banana Leaves. Indonesia, known for its rich cultural tapestry and diverse landscapes, also boasts a vibrant agricultural heritage centered around the versatile banana leaf. 🌏🍃 Cultural Significance: In Indonesian culture, banana leaves are more than just foliage; they're integral to daily life. They are used in traditional ceremonies, religious rituals, and as eco-friendly packaging and serving vessels. 🎋🍽️ Sustainable Farming: The cultivation of banana plants not only yields the beloved fruit but also provides a sustainable source of leaves. Farmers often integrate banana plants into agroforestry systems, enhancing biodiversity while meeting local needs. 🌱🌳 Eco-Friendly Packaging: Banana leaves are celebrated for their natural properties: they're biodegradable, sturdy, and impart a subtle aroma to food. From wrapping nasi bungkus (rice wrapped in banana leaves) to serving tempeh and snacks, banana leaves embody Indonesia's commitment to sustainability. 🌿🍚 Preservation of Tradition: Across Indonesia's archipelago, each region has its unique way of utilizing banana leaves, reflecting diverse culinary traditions and customs. From Padang's rendang wrapped in daun pisang to Bali's lawar salads, banana leaves preserve cultural identities. 🌴🥗 Looking Ahead: As global interest in eco-friendly practices grows, Indonesia's use of banana leaves sets an example for sustainable living. By supporting local farmers and embracing ancestral knowledge, Indonesia paves the way towards a greener future. 🌍💚 Explore Indonesia's agricultural wonders through the humble banana leaf—a symbol of tradition, sustainability, and culinary creativity. 🌿🍌 Export: Toba International Export www.tobainternational.com export@tobainternational.com #Indonesia #Agriculture #BananaLeaf #SustainableLiving #CulturalHeritage #EcoFriendlyPackaging #IndonesianCulture #Agroforestry #Biodiversity #TraditionalCuisine #Rendang #Tempeh #NasiBungkus #LawarSalad #EcoFriendly #LocalFarming #AncestralKnowledge #GreenFuture #EnvironmentalSustainability #Biodegradable #IndonesianFood #FarmToTable #AsiaPacific #CulinaryTraditions #IndigenousKnowledge #BananaPlant #LeafWrapping #EthicalEating #FoodCulture

Michelin and Porsche AG are renewing their shared commitment to sustainable development and social impact within the natural rubber industry! The Cascade project, a pioneering initiative supporting smallholder rubber farmers, will now expand to reach 6,500 farmers in Indonesia over the next three years. This continued partnership aims to enhance the livelihoods of smallholder farmers by promoting #sustainable agricultural, #environmental and #social practices.   By working closely with local communities, the first phase of the project has already made significant strides in enhancing the resilience of over 1,000 rubber smallholders in the province of Jambi in Sumatra, Indonesia.   Today, the project aims to increase its impact through sustainable farming methods and income diversification through intercropping. 

Indonesia, a sprawling emerald archipelago, boasts the title of the world's largest coconut producer. Yet, a shadow falls over this crown. Millions of coconut farmers, the true kings and queens of this industry, toil away in coastal communities, facing challenges that steal their rightful share of prosperity. Imagine this: seven million skilled hands tending to a vast coconut kingdom. Their dedication brings in over $1.4 billion annually, a testament to their hard work. But a closer look reveals a hidden enemy - a lack of infrastructure. Crumbling roads and unreliable transport force farmers to depend on middlemen, squeezing their profits further. As if that wasn't enough, their loyal subjects, the coconut trees, begin to weary with age. Yields dwindle, and diseases lurk, demanding expensive treatments that erode their already limited income. The ever-changing whims of the global market add another layer of uncertainty, making it hard to plan for a secure future. In contrast, consider the tale of the Philippines, a fellow coconut powerhouse. There, the government plays a more active role, fostering coconut farmers like a nurturing king. Special agencies and dedicated banks support them, while a seven-pronged development program empowers them at every step. But fear not, for hope persists! We, at Kaluku Food AgTech , share the unwavering optimism that a future exists where Indonesia reclaims its rightful throne as the global leader in coconut production. A future where millions of families thrive, not just survive, under the shade of their flourishing coconut kingdoms. This is a call to action. Let us learn from others, invest in our farmers, and empower them with the tools they need. Together, we can rewrite the story, ensuring that Indonesia's coconut farmers reign supreme, not just in production, but in prosperity. #coconutfarmers #coconut #indonesiascoconut #coconutkingdom

Our sustainability programme is aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and thus contributes to at least six of the Sustainable Development Goals. One of these is Decent work and economic growth. Our founder, Rudi Lamprecht, who worked in development aid for many years, was always committed to improving the living standards of the inhabitants of impoverished lakeside communities and their infrastructure. Today, we are recognised as a leading food producer and major employer at our lakeside and factory locations in Mexico, Honduras and Indonesia. In addition, last year Regal Springs Mexico helped 65 employees to acquire a primary school education. In Indonesia, we were also able to support the development of culinary micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in the vicinity of the company's sites by providing raw materials, kitchen equipment and marketing assistance Our core mission for more than thirty-five years: To make a positive impact, support communities in their development and practice responsible fish farming. #regalsprings #cleanfish #naturallybettertilapia #sustainability

Ratna Kusuma Sari, National Project Manager of #FOLURImpact Indonesia, discusses the critical role of smallholder farmers and the complex challenges they face. With disasters like floods and landslides affecting farms, FOLUR Indonesia is implementing integrated landscape management and jurisdictional approaches to create a balanced, resilient food system. Key efforts include supporting effective collaboration, enhancing welfare for smallholders, and empowering women to gain a voice in farm management. By 2050, FOLUR aims to help Indonesia meet net-zero goals, ensuring sustainable, low-emission rice production to feed Indonesia’s growing population of over 250 million. 👉 Join the 3rd Global Sustainable Rice Conference and Exhibition on Nov 26-27 in Bangkok to learn more about sustainable rice production: https://lnkd.in/gwiw8NmF 📖 See how #ThinkLandscape approaches sustainable rice cultivation from the FOLUR Regional Dialogue in Hanoi: https://lnkd.in/eJE87MAv

#FarmersInFocus: As an independent palm oil smallholder, Rafael from the West Kalimantan province in Indonesia is no stranger to hardships. He is particularly concerned about the difficulty of increasing the production of fresh fruit bunches (FFBs) due to high maintenance costs, which often exceed the income earned by smallholders. 🌴 💧 However, he is also a member of the Swadaya Usaha Bersama farmer group and the Permai Village Unit Producer Cooperative (KPUD), and has actively contributed to his community. As a participant of the ongoing Henkel project in the country, Rafael helps fellow farmers successfully undergo and achieve sustainability certifications, leading to enhanced livelihoods, improved standards of living, and more prosperous futures. 👩🌾 👨🌾 Solidaridad Asia | Solidaridad Indonesia | Henkel | Yeni Fitriyanti #FarmerStories #PowerOfCooperatives #SustainablePalmOil #SustainabilityCertification #RegenerativeAgriculture

🌿 The Rimba Collective has already committed to protect and restore 224,000+ hectares of forests in Indonesia. But what does the regeneration process look like at ground level, and who are the people working at the frontier of reforestation? 📸 In the second instalment of our #OnTheGround series, we provide snapshots of success, documenting the changes currently underway in one of our key project sites – the village of Karangan Hilir in East Kalimantan (Indonesian Borneo). 🫘 Here, and in three other Hutan Desa in East Kalimantan, we’ve teamed up with the Kawal Borneo Community Foundation (KBCF) to protect forests and restore biodiversity by developing sustainable livelihoods around non-timber forest products (NTFPs) like cacao. 🌲 Through the help of our Founding Partners PepsiCo, P&G Chemicals, Nestlé & Unilever, the Rimba Collective is positively impacting lives and landscapes in Southeast Asia. Our long-term goal is to protect and restore 550,000 hectares of forest and support 32,000 people living in forest communities. For a deeper dive into this project and its positive impacts, you can read our Story From the Field in East Kalimantan:   https://lnkd.in/gc3-fVG3 

Challenges Facing the Food Estate Project in Merauke The Food Estate Project in Merauke, Papua, aims to transform vast tracts of land into agricultural hubs to boost food security. However, past attempts at large-scale agriculture in Indonesia, such as the Transmigration Program and the Mega Rice Project in Kalimantan, offer cautionary tales of failure. These projects struggled due to environmental unsuitability, poor implementation, and lack of engagement with local communities. Key Factors Likely to Impact Success: Annual Rainfall and Climate Suitability Merauke's rainfall patterns are inconsistent and not conducive to large-scale agriculture, particularly for crops like rice that require specific water conditions. The region's distinct wet and dry seasons pose challenges for irrigation and crop cycles, increasing the likelihood of water shortages during critical growth phases. Soil and Ecosystem Unsuitability The region's soils are not naturally fertile for intensive farming and would require significant modification, including chemical inputs, which could degrade the land over time. The clearing of forests and savannas for agriculture also risks disrupting fragile ecosystems and exacerbating climate vulnerabilities. Past Failures as Warnings The Mega Rice Project, initiated in the 1990s in Central Kalimantan, led to the large-scale destruction of peatlands without yielding the intended agricultural output. The environmental and economic costs of that failure highlight the risks of implementing large-scale agricultural projects without proper feasibility studies or long-term planning. Social and Cultural Impacts Large-scale agricultural projects often overlook the rights and livelihoods of Indigenous communities. In Merauke, the Food Estate Project could displace local populations, disrupt traditional farming practices, and erode cultural ties to the land, leading to resistance and project inefficiency. While the Food Estate Project promises economic and food security benefits, its environmental, climatic, and social realities suggest significant risks of failure. Learning from past experiences, a more localized and sustainable approach, rooted in climate resilience and community involvement, may offer a better path forward for ensuring food security in Papua and Indonesia as a whole. PHOTO CREDIT: https://pusaka.or.id/en/ #FoodEstateProject #Sustainability #Agriculture #Merauke #Papua #EnvironmentalImpact #ClimateAdaptation #IndigenousRights