SWITCH-Asia Official’s Post

Have you ever wondered how a small action can ripple into something extraordinary? In 2022, we took small steps that created amazing outcomes. ✅ 806 farmers took charge of soil health tests because knowledge is power! Armed for a greener future, they're cultivating change from the ground up. 💧 9 rainwater stores created. Why? Because every drop counts, reducing erosion and making our impact a little more liquid. 🌱1532 farmers received seedlings and fertilizer—fuel for taller crops! It's the small things that make the planet grow. It's these seemingly small actions that spark a green revolution. Visit our website to discover the meaningful impact we're creating for coconut farmers in Indonesia. 🌍🌿 Lastiana Y. #Regenerativefarming #Indonesia #SustainableFarming #GreenRevolution #Alietgreen #Farmers #Rainwater #Sustainable #Argicultural 

THREAT vs OPPORTUNITY This infestation will significantly reduce country cocoa production in next few years. In other side, with the "high price" of cocoa in Indonesia (currently farmer gate price is about 3 - 4 USD/kg, depend on quality), triggering farmer to GO BACK planting cocoa in their ex corn or other seasonal crop, or at least give better care to existing farms. Good business for farmer who provide seedling, as the demand continue to rise. Challenge remain for the Industries to utilize the facility efficiently, while the cocoa price still in bullish trend.

🌊🌿 Exciting News - Blue Carbon Credits from Yida Food! 🌿🌊 Yida Food has made a splash in the realm of sustainability by successfully selling blue carbon credits for a whopping $16,800 USD! Under the visionary leadership of CEO Qiu Bixiang, this innovative move was made possible through the sale of carbon offsets from their 3-hectare mariculture site dedicated to kelp production. 🌱💰 This landmark transaction took place on the government-run Fuzhou (Liangcheng) Marine Carbon Sink Trading Service Platform, showcasing Yida Foods' commitment to pioneering China’s blue carbon credit program. 🏦📈 At Yida, it's not just about making waves in the aquaculture sector by producing top-quality shredded kelp and jellyfish for culinary delights 🍲; they're also deeply invested in the sustainable growth of China’s seaweed industry through robust R&D and innovative sales platforms. 🛠️🌐 The dedication to this cause is further highlighted by the 3,000 acres of kelp farms around Dongluo Island, a testament to the commitment to marine conservation and the empowerment of local fishermen. 🚤🌊 As China aims for CO2 emission peak by 2030 and carbon neutrality by 2060, initiatives like Yida's not only contribute to these national goals but also pave the way for a sustainable future in aquaculture. 🌍💚 https://lnkd.in/gQvhqSWb #YidaFood #Sustainability #BlueCarbonCredits #Kelp #AquacultureInnovation #MarineConservation #Seaweed #SustainableFuture

Join us at the high-level panel: Paddies for People and Planet - Exploring Sustainability, Productivity and Just Transition in Rice Paddies | #10thWorldWaterForum in Bali, Indonesia   📅 Monday, 20 May ⏰ 16:40 - 18:10, Bali time 🗺 BNDCC 1, Mezzanine Floor, KINTAMANI 6   This 90-minute session will bring together senior political and government leadership along with private sector and development partners to discuss the benefits and opportunities offered by prioritizing low-methane rice cultivation practices in national development agendas.   The discussion will provide insights on lessons learnt from advancing the adoption of #ClimateSmartAgriculture and irrigation techniques in key #rice systems of South and Southeast Asia. Leaders from Bangladesh, China, Côte d’Ivoire, Indonesia, UAE, Philippines, and Ghana will discuss their vision for achieving multiple climate-food-and-water security wins such as reduced methane-and-water footprints, increased profitability, and productivity for small-scale producers. Find out more about The World Bank sessions and activities at the 10th World Water Forum here: https://lnkd.in/dvfKAgAV #WaterForSharedProsperity #Partnerships4Water International Rice Research Institute, Sustainable Rice Platform, IFC Infrastructure, Nestlé, World Economic Forum, Saroj Kumar Jha, Michael John Webster, Ajith Radhakrishnan, Meghana Rao Pahlajani, Pia Barkataki, Yogesh Bandhu, Wyn Ellis, Michael Goltzman, Alida Pham

Stable power supply in rural areas is fueling growth and job creation across China, from dairy farms to vegetable cultivation and cherry orchards. It's a win-win for the environment and the economy! #RuralDevelopment #JobCreation #WorkinChina

Indonesian districts are trialing a shift from commodity monocrops to "nature-based commodities" including agroforestry byproducts, coffee, cocoa, coconut, and bamboo, reports Hans Nicholas Jong. A network of district governments across Indonesia is working on transitioning away from commodity-based economic development to sustainable, nature-based solutions. Many of these districts are heavily reliant on monoculture plantations like palm oil, or other extractive industries like oil and gas, and are making the shift to better preserve forests and peatlands, as well as indigenous Indonesian forest commodities. Among those making progress is the district of Siak in the palm oil heartland of Riau province, where large palm oil and pulpwood companies are supporting the development of nature-based commodities by local communities. The national government is also involved in this search to “innovate economic models outside of plantation commodities that can support forest conservation and are locally based.” https://lnkd.in/ga2WKEfh

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Earlier this year, it was reported that indoor vegetable farm I.F.F.I shut down while VertiVegies abandoned plans to build a mega vertical vegetable farm. In 2023, 3.2 per cent of vegetables and 7.3 per cent of seafood eaten were grown in Singapore, down from 4.5 per cent and 7.9 per cent respectively in 2019. Yes..cost matters. Singaporeans are not going to pay more just to support local produce so that means more government grants so that tech farms dont go under. Also, we need to ask if such high tech indoor farms that support recirculating aquaculture systems make sense when you are growing cheap vegetables. It is wasting money and energy for something that can be grown cheap in Malaysia.. its just not sustainable✨️ #2030 #sustainability #food #rogerng #lbfalumni

Please read this post as it is important to have a sustainable economic agenda in Indonesia and globally helping the land, air, water, community and Biodiversity.

The South Papua food estate program, cultivating sugarcane, faces scrutiny over efficacy and sustainability. Spanning 2 million hectares, with an initial 60 thousand, NGOs like Satya Bumi raise concerns. The sugarcane-centric approach may not address food security adequately, risking environmental harm. Apprehension grows over bioethanol production's shift, potentially diverting resources from food security to energy interests. Reflecting on past failures like MIFEE, skepticism surrounds South Papua, fearing environmental destruction. Andi Muttaqien urges reevaluation to avoid repeating mistakes, emphasizing accountability. Balancing ambition with environmental stewardship and social responsibility is paramount in government plans. https://lnkd.in/gVMB-F_W