Anchored in four pillars of social responsibility—education, health, economic empowerment, and environment—Astra Agro is committed to advancing sustainable development and enhancing community welfare. Through these initiatives, the Company consistently seeks to improve quality of life, skills development, and community self-reliance, while safeguarding environmental sustainability and generating added economic value.

In the field of education, Astra Agro provides tangible support through scholarships, incentives for honorary teachers, and the provision of educational facilities and learning support. As of the third quarter of 2025, the Company’s support had reached 13 schools as of September 2025, while also promoting character building and student achievement through non-academic activities. These efforts form a critical foundation for nurturing a more confident and competitive generation of rural youth.

At the same time, community health remains a key priority. Through integrated health service posts (Posyandu), hundreds of pregnant women, toddlers, and elderly residents receive immunizations, routine health check-ups, and supplementary nutrition programs. Beyond service provision, Astra Agro also supports Posyandu cadres through incentives and capacity-building initiatives in several villages, ensuring that community-based healthcare services can operate sustainably and independently.

Within the economic pillar, Astra Agro tailors its approach to the unique potential and characteristics of each region. To strengthen local economies, the Company supports farmer groups, fishermen, livestock breeders, and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in enhancing business value creation. Assistance includes training, optimization of local resources, and facilitation of market access. At PT Agro Nusa Abadi (ANA) in North Morowali, for example, village food security groups are supported through the utilization of empty fruit bunches as organic fertilizer, alongside the development of local products with economic value.

In Donggala Regency, Central Sulawesi, PT Lestari Tani Teladan (LTT) has fostered close engagement with the communities of Towiora and Tinauka Villages through intensive mentoring and participatory discussions. This initiative has revitalized youth engagement through the establishment of a village youth organization (Karang Taruna). Support in the form of mushroom houses and baglog cultivation media has created opportunities for oyster mushroom farming managed independently by village youth, fostering entrepreneurship and strengthening local economic resilience.

PT LTT’s contributions also extend to social infrastructure development. The facilitation of a public cemetery (TPU) in Towiora Village through the provision of heavy equipment, paving blocks, and land certification demonstrates that development initiatives address not only economic aspects but also the social and cultural needs of the community.

Meanwhile, PT Mamuang (MMG) in West Sulawesi has implemented empowerment programs rooted in local wisdom. In Martasari Village, women are supported through the provision of weaving equipment and skills training, opening new economic opportunities while revitalizing traditional practices. Farmer groups in Karya Bersama Village have received training in agricultural product processing to enhance product value addition and market competitiveness.

PT Agro Nusa Abadi (ANA) has also responded to the tangible needs of communities in Bunta, Tompira, and Molino Villages. Farmer groups receive corn seeds and organic fertilizers accompanied by environmentally friendly agricultural training. Fishermen are provided with improved fishing equipment, while women’s groups are encouraged to process agricultural produce into food products with the potential to become sustainable household income sources.

In addition, PT ANA has facilitated access to clean water through the installation of bore wells and water storage tanks that are now utilized by local residents. Riverbank greening initiatives and improvements to village transportation infrastructure further enhance community quality of life while supporting environmental sustainability.

The environmental pillar remains an integral component of Astra Agro’s commitment. As of the third quarter of 2025, the Company has recorded significant progress in environmental rehabilitation programs across various regions, including Central and West Sulawesi. Astra Agro has conducted land rehabilitation and tree planting along riverbanks, coastal areas, and High Conservation Value (HCV) areas, with a cumulative total of more than 22,000 trees planted across nearly 67 hectares.

These initiatives aim to restore ecological functions—such as preventing erosion, maintaining water quality, and strengthening habitat connectivity—while delivering long-term social and economic benefits to surrounding communities. Astra Agro is also actively involved in the formulation of the Peat Ecosystem Protection and Management Plan (RPPEG) of West Sulawesi Province in collaboration with local government authorities and academic institutions.

Through these comprehensive initiatives, Astra Agro reaffirms its belief that operational success cannot be separated from the welfare of surrounding communities. By positioning communities as genuine partners, the Company continues to build an inclusive, resilient, and sustainable development foundation across Sulawesi.

Through its subsidiaries operating across diverse regions, Astra Agro underscores that meaningful development can be realized through programs that are practical, contextual, and responsive to real community needs—directly touching the pulse of community life.

As of the third quarter of 2025, Astra Agro’s community development programs in Sulawesi continue to expand, reaching communities through improved access to education, basic healthcare services, local economic strengthening, and integrated environmental rehabilitation initiatives driven by active community participation.

Due to the complexity of stunting, the government has taken accelerated action. According to the Ministry of State Secretariat and Ministry of Health, the Indonesian government, through the Stunting Reduction Acceleration Team (TP2S), has launched a national programme involving ministries, local governments, private sector partners, and community participation. This collaboration is essential for sustainable stunting reduction.

To support the government’s programme, PT Astra Agro Lestari Tbk (Astra Agro) in Jambi and the Jambi Provincial Government have prioritized stunting reduction by promoting planned, measurable interventions with all stakeholders.

Jambi Governor Al Haris emphasized that stunting affects not only health but also the region’s future. He called on all sectors to actively support the stunting reduction action plan.

‘All parties must work together and coordinate to ensure this programme’s success, and foster parents play a vital role in every region,’ he said at the opening of the Performance Assessment of Convergence Action for the Acceleration of Stunting Reduction in Regencies and Cities throughout Jambi Province.

At the grassroots level, stunting reduction is achieved through cross-sector collaboration. Astra Agro, a palm oil plantation company in Merangin and Sarolangun Regencies, supports this effort through community empowerment programmes.

‘Astra Agro is one of the sectors that continues to be present through various sustainability commitments, primarily through its foster parent programme,’ added Al Haris.

In 2025, Astra Agro in Jambi implemented a range of community-based health programmes. The company believes that preventing stunting requires long-term support, not just temporary assistance. Through its health-focused social responsibility initiatives, Astra Agro has established 35 integrated health service posts (posyandu) in its operational areas and six special posyandu for the Suku Anak Dalam (SAD) community.

The role of posyandu has expanded beyond basic health services to support community empowerment. By the end of 2025, Astra Agro will continue to enhance health facilities and services for the SAD community, ensuring posyandu can address broader needs.

According to Slamet Riyadi, Assistant Corporate Social Responsibility at Astra Agro in Jambi, these service improvements are designed to support all life stages. ‘Starting from pregnant women, postpartum and breastfeeding mothers, infants, toddlers, preschoolers, school-age children, adolescents, adults, to the elderly,’ he explained.

In addition, the company also pays attention to improving the quality of health workers through training and mentoring for doctors, nurses, and posyandu cadres.

It is in these posyandu that stories of gradual change are unfolding, with increasingly trained cadres, children who regularly receive nutritious supplementary food, and increasingly adequate health facilities. Together with the local community health centre, the company also operates a mobile health centre service that reaches 241 households and provides a special ambulance for the SAD community, who have had difficulty accessing health services.

This consistent presence and sustainable approach did not go unnoticed by the local government. In October 2025, the Merangin Regency Government recognised Astra Agro’s active role in accelerating the reduction of stunting. This recognition was further reinforced by the awarding of the Piagam Orang Tua Asuh Cegah Stunting (GENTING) from the Jambi Provincial BKKBN in December 2025.

The company’s efforts do not stop at the health pillar. Astra Agro’s subsidiary in Jambi also supports the government’s programme to maintain food security, an important foundation for preventing stunting. Throughout 2025, the company distributed 34.65 tonnes of rice and 2,979 food packages to more than 331 households and SAD communities in Merangin and Sarolangun Regencies.

For the company, the meaning of food security does not stop at giving; it also involves accompanying and empowering. To that end, Astra Agro, together with the SAD community and farmer groups, initiated the planting of 600 jengkol tree seedlings, the cultivation of lemongrass, and the development of freshwater fisheries.

Education then became the next important chapter in this series of efforts. By 2025, the company will have mentored 13 schools in Merangin and Sarolangun, accompanying 412 students and 16 educators. For SAD children who must leave the forest to pursue formal education, the company provides Wisma Madu Rimbo, a shelter for SAD children from primary to secondary school levels.

Slamet emphasised that the business world is inseparable from the pulse of regional life. He hopes that the collaboration built so far will continue, so that development not only grows but also has a real impact on the community.

Mother’s Day was established to commemorate the First Indonesian Women’s Congress, which took place on December 22, 1928, in Yogyakarta. This congress marked a significant milestone, as women from diverse backgrounds convened to advocate for shared interests, including education, health, children’s rights, and women’s contributions to the national independence movement.

PT Astra Agro Lestari Tbk (Astra Agro), through its subsidiary in West Sulawesi, initiated the National Mother’s Day commemoration by organizing a series of talk shows and health education activities at the community level.

This event provided an important opportunity for posyandu cadres, who consistently deliver health services to community members in Astra Agro’s operational areas, to convene and collaborate.

The series of events, held on Tuesday, December 22nd, was attended by approximately 300 internal and external posyandu cadres mentored by Astra Agro in West Sulawesi. Despite the rainy weather, participants remained enthusiastic and engaged throughout the event.

The event, themed “From Mother’s Embrace and Father’s Support, Healthy and Strong Children Grow,” aimed to enhance the role of posyandu cadres in supporting maternal and child health. Activities focused on growth and development monitoring, nutrition education, and strengthening parenting practices as concrete measures to prevent growth failure and stunting.

Astra Agro collaborated with the Inisiasi Muda community from Tikke Raya Village, Pasangkayu Regency, which serves as its fostered community. Inisiasi Muda is a youth organization actively engaged in environmental and social initiatives, consistently demonstrating commitment through activities such as the Posyandu Cadre Talkshow in partnership with Astra Agro.

In partnership with the Breastfeeding Care Community, Astra Agro and Inisiasi Muda invited two pediatric specialists from the Regional General Hospital and the Head of the BKKBN Office to serve as speakers for the talk show.

dr. Andi Handriyati, a pediatrician at AKO Regional General Hospital in Pasangkayu Regency, expressed pride in participating in an initiative with a positive community impact. “This remarkable initiative from corporations and rural youth for the nation’s future generation on this special Mother’s Day,” she said.

dr. Andi emphasized that, as a working mother, ensuring her child’s optimal physical, mental, and emotional growth is essential. She also highlighted the critical role of posyandu cadres as the primary providers of community health services, noting the positive synergy achieved through these events and talk shows.Fatur Rachman Hidayat, chairman of Inisiasi Muda, underscored the importance of collaboration among companies, local governments, and community organizations. “We hope this activity will not only broaden our horizons but also strengthen our shared commitment,” said Fatur.

The initiative by Astra Agro’s subsidiary in West Sulawesi is part of a broader series of programs implemented by all Astra Agro subsidiaries across their operational regions, reflecting the company’s commitment to social responsibility in the health sector.

In 2024, Astra Agro has implemented programs to support government efforts to improve health outcomes, primarily through Community Health Activity Centers (PK2M) based on the Posyandu model.

PK2M activities encompass mentoring, education, and the provision of facilities and infrastructure support to 335 Posyandu across villages within Astra Agro’s operational areas. Additionally, Astra Agro has distributed supplementary feeding (PMT) and vitamins to 3,342 pregnant women and 18,570 infants and toddlers in these communities.

Consistent with the objectives of the Mother’s Day commemoration activities in West Sulawesi, the company has also provided support to address stunting among children in its operational areas.

Astra Agro invited representatives from villages within a 1 km radius of the plantations, including Pandu Sanjaya, Sidomulyo, Sungai Bengkoang, Pangkalan Tiga, and Runtu, to a socialization event at PT Gunung Sejahtera Dua Indah (GSDI) in Central Kalimantan. The company also invited healthcare workers from the Polibun (Plantation Polyclinic), including doctors, nurses, and Posyandu (integrated health service post) cadres from both inside and outside the company, as well as the PERISKA community.Promoting breast cancer prevention in Astra Agro subsidiaries is crucial, especially for communities near the plantations. According to the Global Cancer Observatory (GLOBOCAN), breast cancer is the leading cause of death among women in Indonesia, largely due to late detection, myths, and negative stigma.

“Many people assume breast cancer only affects women with a family history, but there are many other factors, such as hormones, diet, and psychological conditions,” said Nyoman Christiany Yudha, a member of Lovepink Indonesia and a breast cancer survivor.

Early detection can be achieved through SADARI (Breast Self-Examination) and SADANIS (Clinical Breast Examination). The Ministry of Health of the Republic of Indonesia reports that about 85% of breast abnormalities are first detected by women through proper SADARI. This self-exam can be performed at home, ideally 7 to 10 days after menstruation, when the breasts are softer and more tender.When abnormalities are found during a breast self-exam or in women over 40, a clinical breast exam by a healthcare professional is strongly recommended. Early detection significantly increases the chances of recovery.

Raising awareness is not solely the responsibility of women; support from family and the community is also essential. For example, a husband’s encouragement for regular checkups is a valuable first step.

“Through the village representatives present, we will help disseminate the knowledge from Lovepink to other village residents after returning from this event,” emphasized Suyamto, Head of Pangkalan Tiga Village, West Kotawaringin Regency. According to him, knowledge about early detection and prevention of breast cancer is very valuable, especially for communities in rural and remote areas of Central Kalimantan.This event marks the fourth annual collaboration between Astra Agro and Lovepink Indonesia, following previous programs in Riau, Central Sulawesi, and West Sulawesi. The partnership commenced at the onset of the pandemic, with online sessions reaching all Astra Agro operational areas in Sumatra, Kalimantan, and Sulawesi, as well as other initiatives outlined in the following Sustainability Aspiration article.

Through ongoing collaboration with Lovepink Indonesia, we aim to expand education and prevention efforts, reach a wider audience, and foster collective awareness of the importance of breast cancer prevention and early detection. These efforts are key to reducing advanced-stage breast cancer cases in remote areas of Indonesia.

“The company demonstrated exceptional commitment to preserving the area,” said Prof. Damayanti Buchori, Ph.D, M.Sc, lecturer and Director of CTSS at IPB University, following a field visit to review the company’s conservation programs.

Prof. Damayanti noted that the conservation area managed by the company exceeds the size of the land used for oil palm plantations.

She stated that this demonstrates the successful implementation of sustainable landscape management.

“The way they maintain their landscape is impressive,” said Prof. Damayanti, expressing pride in PT STN’s dedication to preserving high-conservation-value environments.

This strategic training, held in September, aimed to enhance technical competencies and improve coordination in implementing conservation within the plantation landscape.

The event brought together 25 participants from various Astra Group entities, including PT Astra International Tbk, PT Pamapersada Nusantara, PT Energia Prima Nusantara, PT United Tractors, PT Agincourt Resources, and AAL subsidiaries.

During the field review, participants observed the company’s active maintenance of the karst area and caves, which involves significant investment.

He reported that the rapid biodiversity assessment revealed significant biodiversity, including a robust macaque population as well as butterflies and birds that remain prevalent in the conservation area.

In addition to IPB, the activity included Prof. Dr. Christian Hansjoachim Schulze from the University of Vienna, Prof. Dr. Ir. Mirza Dikari Kusrini, M.Si from IPB University, and other expert teams from IPB University.

They provided in-depth scientific analysis, technical guidance on species identification, and assessments of field data collection and processing methods based on scientific principles.

Astra Agro’s Vice President of Sustainability, Susila Darma Wati, emphasised that this training is a key component in strengthening the company’s sustainability system.

“This bi”This biodiversity training is organized as part of the company’s commitment to meeting sustainability standards, which emphasizes the importance of strengthening the management of High Conservation Value (HCV) areas, biodiversity, and natural ecosystems across all operational regions,” said Susi.m, the training implementation is a follow-up to the 5 Years Action Plan (5YAP) and a strategic step to enhance the capacity of the sustainability team in managing and evaluating the effectiveness of conservation programs.

He added that this program also supports the Indonesian Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (IBSAP), which highlights the importance of capacity building and cross-sector collaboration, including the private sector’s role in maintaining biodiversity.

Inspiring initiatives are emerging from various regions in Kalimantan, all sharing a common goal: to cultivate environmental awareness from an early age and to turn waste into a source of life rather than a problem.

Three Astra Agro subsidiaries in East Kalimantan, PT Sumber Kharisma Persada (SKP), PT Cipta Narada Lestari (CNL), and PT Karyanusa Ekadaya (KED) are collaborating with their partnered schools to foster environmental consciousness.

Under the theme “Stop Plastic Pollution,” this commemoration serves as a platform to strengthen the collective commitment of the government, businesses, and the community towards environmental conservation. The event not only showcased various policies but also featured environmental competitions, waste management education, and the signing of a waste commitment declaration at the community level.

A highlight of this achievement was when Kharisma Persada Elementary School, Astra Agro Lestari Elementary School, and Karya Nusa Lestari Middle School received the Adiwiyata School title at the regency level during the 2025 World Environment Day celebration in East Kutai.

Poniso Suryo Renggono, Assistant for Government and Social Welfare, attending on behalf of the Regent of East Kutai, expressed pride in the contributions made by all parties involved, particularly the Astra Agro entities in Kalimantan, which supported the local government in promoting environmental sustainability. “Government support is not only reflected in policy but also realized through concrete joint action. Our collective awareness is the foundation for protecting our environment,” he said enthusiastically.

For Astra Agro, the Adiwiyata title symbolizes the belief that big dreams can stem from small habits. The company aims to educate children not only to be intelligent but also to develop character, compassion, and responsibility toward the environment. “This is an identity we will continue to uphold,” stated the school principal, Furwandi, with great pride.

The achievements of these schools were bolstered by the significant support of PT SKP, PT CNL, and PT KED, all of which align with the implementation of the Indonesian Ministry of Environment and Forestry Circular Letter Number 5 of 2025 regarding the reduction of plastic pollution.

However, this success did not happen overnight. It required the hard work of teachers patiently instructing students on waste sorting, the joyful participation of students planting trees in the schoolyard, and the involvement of parents in protecting the environment around their homes.

For children, the concept of protecting the Earth has become an everyday routine: bringing reusable water bottles, collecting plastic for recycling, growing vegetables in recycled pots, and maintaining cleanliness in classrooms and schoolyards.

A similar commitment is also evident at PT Subur Agro Makmur (PT SAM), a subsidiary of AAL in South Kalimantan, which launched the innovative program “Transforming Plastic Waste into Hydroponics.” In collaboration with the State Kindergarten Pembina Daha Selatan, this program not only supports the Healthy School Competition but also teaches students, teachers, and parents about transforming waste into valuable resources.

Through this initiative, used plastic bottles are converted into hydroponic systems that produce fresh vegetables. Children learn that the waste they generate can become a “home” for beneficial plants.

The community has warmly embraced this initiative. “This is not just a project; it’s an investment in the future,” stated Yeni Kusuma Ahmad Yani, Head of the PKK of Daha Selatan District.

PT SAM has also taken an active role in mentoring, assisting with waste sorting, designing hydroponic installations, and engaging with students and parents. This effort transforms the school into not just an educational institution but also a small laboratory for environmental creativity.

The dedication of Astra Agro’s subsidiaries to plastic waste management in Kalimantan illustrates that significant change can begin with small, consistent actions. By engaging schools, communities, and the government, these initiatives not only help reduce waste but also foster an environmentally conscious mindset in the younger generation.

Astra Agro is committed to sustainable waste management, as demonstrated through various programs and activities aimed at reducing the environmental impact of waste, while also involving the community in 5R-based waste management practices (reduce, reuse, recycle, refine, and repair). Additionally, Astra Agro frequently participates in environmental development programs and educates the community about waste management.

Ganoderma is not an ordinary fungus, as it is the main cause of basal stem rot and the most destructive disease in oil palm plants. The initial symptoms of this disease are usually yellowing leaves, drooping fronds, and slowed plant growth. Then this fungus began to spread thru the stem tissue, eventually causing the plant to slowly die.

Ganoderma is able to kill oil palm trees relatively quickly, causing the total population of trees per hectare (SPH) to drop drastically and resulting in a significant decrease in fresh fruit bunch (FFB) production. Basal stem rot disease caused by Ganoderma is a bitter reality that has posed a risk to oil palm farmers and companies in recent years.

Why is the spread of Ganoderma difficult to control?

Ganoderma is comparable to cancer for oil palms; it metastasized systemically through the soil and roots. Once a plant is infected, a remedy is nearly unattainable. On the other hand, Ganoderma infections are also difficult to detect due to the fungus attacks the base of the trunk, which located underground.

The warm and humid conditions in the plantations accelerate fungal growth, allowing it to thrive across nearly all palm oil production regions in Indonesia. Therefore, if not prevented early on, Ganoderma can affect the productivity of oil palm plantations, whether owned by the people or managed by companies. One fallen tree may trigger a domino effect on other trees, even across the entire plantation area. As a result, the potential losses are significant and may threaten the long-term sustainability of the plantation.

Losses due to Ganoderma are not merely a technical issue in plantations. For palm oil farmers, decreased productivity means reduced daily income, which directly affects their livelihoods. Meanwhile, for plantation companies, production losses can reach millions of tons of fresh fruit bunches per year, impacting the supply chain, labor, and contribution to the local economy.

Thus, Ganoderma is not only a biological threat, but also a social and economic one. If left unchecked, this disease has the potential to weaken the strategic palm oil sector, which has long been a pillar of the country’s foreign exchange earnings and a source of livelihood for millions of people.

Astra Agro Innovation Prevents Ganoderma Spread Through Superior Seedlings

The spread of Ganoderma, which is concerning the industry, has received special attention from PT Astra Agro Lestari Tbk (Astra Agro). This is what led Astra Agro’s Research and Development (R&D) team to believe it was necessary to update the previous superior varieties by adding resistance to Ganoderma. Astra Agro conducted in-depth research on the fungus that attacks oil palm plants. After various tests, research, and development, Astra Agro successfully produced three new superior oil palm seedling varieties that are resistant to Ganoderma disease.

The three varieties are named DxP AAL Nirmala MRG, DxP AAL Lestari MRG, and DxP AAL Sejahtera MRG. Astra Agro released these three new varieties after they were declared approved by the Plantation Crops Variety Release Meeting held by the Directorate General of Plantations in Bogor on Thursday, May 16, 2025. The main advantage of this latest variety is that it is moderately resistant to or tolerant of basal stem rot caused by the fungus Ganoderma.

Another equally important advantage is preventing parthenocarpy, commonly referred to as shriveled fruit. Interestingly, these three latest varieties will not produce shriveled fruit, which will have a positive impact on the resulting productivity. Similarly, the sex ratio, or the proportion of female flowers to the total number of flowers, is also important. The sex ratio in this latest variety is quite balanced, ranging from approximately 75% to 88%, which can support natural pollination in the field without manual assistance.

Despite having new advantages, these three varieties still possess the advantages of previous varieties, such as fresh fruit bunch (FFB) production and higher oil content. For your information, Astra Agro has a total of 6 types of seedlings. Previously, in 2020, Astra Agro successfully created three flagship varieties to support the competitiveness and productivity of oil palm plantations, named AAL Lestari, AAL Sejahtera, and AAL Nirmala.

The Director of Plantation Seed Development at the Indonesian Ministry of Agriculture, Ebi Rulianti, stated during the Astra Agro seed release hearing that it is certain there is no land or soil in Indonesia free from Ganoderma. The oil palm varieties DxP AAL Nirmala MRG, DxP AAL Lestari MRG, and DxP AAL Sejahtera MRG are suitable for release or approval because they are considered a solution for managing basal stem rot caused by Ganoderma boninense.

According to her, Ganoderma disease may not be completely eradicated, but its impact can be minimized. With the release of new varieties by Astra Agro, it is hoped that the company and farmers will be able to achieve optimal production despite the silent and hidden threat of Ganoderma.

For Astra Agro, protecting palm oil plantations from the threat of ganoderma is one of the steps to support sustainability. The company wants to ensure that future generations not only inherit palm oil plantations that are resistant to disease, but also a well-preserved environment and economic benefits for the community. In line with its commitment to prosper with the nation, the company continues to protect nature and nurture hope.

Pasangkayu Regency was established in 2003 when it split from Mamuju Regency. Before its formation, this region was known as North Mamuju Regency. At that time, Mamuju was a remote area with limited transportation and infrastructure, largely due to its distance from urban centers.

For a region to thrive, it needs a population of approximately 100,000 people. Additionally, local revenue in fiscal terms is expected to be at least Rp10 billion, as stipulated in Government Regulation No. 78/2007 and Law No. 23/2014.

The division into Pasangkayu occurred because the area of 3,043.75 km² had developed rapidly after each region gained autonomy. This development was made possible by the regional government’s right, authority, and obligation to regulate and manage its own governmental affairs and the interests of the local community.

After 2003, the regional government began to open opportunities for private sector investments, inviting palm oil plantation entrepreneurs to participate in the development of the coastal area.

By 2024, nearly 20 years later, the population of Pasangkayu had reached 184,905 people. Many residents rely on agriculture, fisheries, and plantation sectors for their livelihoods. Furthermore, the regional Local Revenue (PAD) increased from Rp5 billion in 2005, when it was newly established, to Rp18.47 billion.

PT Astra Agro Lestari Tbk (Astra Agro) operates in Pasangkayu and plays a significant role in the region’s development. The palm oil company is committed to contributing to the prosperity of the nation, particularly for communities surrounding its operational areas. Adhering to four fundamental pillars of social responsibility, Astra Agro aims to make sustainable and meaningful contributions to society and the environment across all its subsidiaries in Indonesia, including one in Pasangkayu Regency.

The four pillars are: Astra Kreatif (Economy), Astra Sehat (Health), Astra Cerdas (Education), and Astra Hijau (Environment). These pillars guide Astra Agro’s efforts to benefit society and the environment.

Each program within Astra Agro’s subsidiary companies is tailored based on prioritization through proposals and discussions with the community, and it is aligned with local government initiatives and the region’s vision and mission.

Under the economic pillar, Astra Agro promotes community empowerment through programs like Astra Kreatif, which supports micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and boosts local income.

This is demonstrated by assistance provided to palm oil farmer groups, benefiting a total of 1,742 individuals across all Astra Agro subsidiaries in Pasangkayu Regency. Moreover, training programs for non-palm oil businesses have targeted approximately 800 households.

Astra Agro has fostered various potential SMEs in Pasangkayu Regency, aiming to empower the local economy. These enterprises include fish farming groups, Joper and layer chicken farming groups, goat farming groups, and mushroom cultivation MSMEs derived from palm oil processing, as well as MSMEs producing various snack chips grown locally or produced under community supervision.

Additionally, Astra Agro supports non-palm oil farmers, including those cultivating chili, corn, and various fruits and vegetables, alongside emerging MSMEs, such as coffee shop business groups.

In terms of public health, Astra Agro is actively involved through the Astra Sehat program. As of 2024, the company has provided supplementary feeding assistance (PMT) to 3,267 infants and toddlers, in addition to 412 pregnant women.

Astra Agro also supports healthcare facilities by training 295 posyandu (community health post) cadres spread across surrounding villages.

Various routine health programs are frequently promoted, including free vaccinations, family planning initiatives, blood donation drives, and mass circumcision events.

In the education sector, through Astra Cerdas, Astra Agro supports all forms of education, offering scholarships, improving teacher quality, and constructing educational facilities and infrastructure.

Currently, Astra Agro supports 50 fostered schools in West Sulawesi, including Adiwiyata schools, provides assistance to 100 honorary teachers, and offers scholarships to 174 outstanding students.

Alongside its focus on community welfare, the environment is also a key concern for Astra Agro, which addresses social responsibility through the Environmental pillar, Astra Hijau. The company actively engages in waste management, tree planting, and clean water management initiatives.