PT GAN Launches Lemongrass Cultivation Program to Preserve Environment and Empower Community
Kubu Raya - PT Graha Agro Nusantara (GAN), together with the community of Muara Baru Village, Kubu Raya Regency, West Kalimantan, has officially launched a Lemongrass Cultivation Program. This initiative is a concrete step in preserving the environment, especially the Kapuas Delta – Sungai Ambawang Protected Forest area as an Orangutan habitat, and supporting the welfare of the local community.
The planting ceremony, attended by various relevant parties, including representatives of local governments and non-governmental organizations, marked the beginning of this cooperation. The Head of Muara Baru Village, Suryadi, expressed his appreciation for the support of PT GAN and hopes that this program can provide long-term benefits for the community.
The lemongrass cultivation program is the result of a collaboration between PT GAN, KPH Kubu Raya, the Muara Baru Village Government, the Village Forest Management Institution (LDPH), and the Village Social Forestry Business Group (KUPS) of Muara Baru Village. This partnership is expected to become a model for environmental conservation and community empowerment efforts in other regions.
Muhairi, a representative of the Kubu Raya Regency Community Empowerment and Village Agency, emphasized the importance of collaboration in achieving sustainable development.
"This program has positive results in the future so that complex things can become easier through community empowerment and collaboration," said Muhairi of the Kubu Raya Regency Community Empowerment and Village Agency.
In addition to preserving the environment, this program also aims to improve the community's economy through lemongrass cultivation. Lemongrass has a high economic value and can be an additional source of income for the community.
Hariyadi, Regional Head of KPN Plantations, explained that PT GAN is committed to implementing various sustainability programs (Recovery Program), including peatland protection and orangutan habitat.
"Through various programs, PT GAN strives to create a positive impact on the environment and community," he said.
This program has received full support from various parties, including KPH Kubu Raya and BKSDA West Kalimantan. Budi Kahono, a representative of KPH Kubu Raya, expressed optimism that this program will provide long-term benefits for the ecosystem and the community.
With the launch of the lemongrass cultivation program, PT GAN hopes to inspire others to participate in environmental conservation efforts. The company also invites all stakeholders to work together in building a better future for future generations.
"The future cannot be known, but do the best you can today," Hariyadi advised in closing his remarks.
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