Author: Asia Pacific Farmers

Amid the growing challenges of climate change and declining soil fertility, farmers in Boyolali, Central Java, Indonesia, are choosing a different path. Instead of relying on conventional farming methods, they are turning to organic agriculture—restoring the health of their land while nurturing hope for future generations. At the heart of this movement is APPOLI Boyolali. […]
The journey to the remote eastern part of Lebak District in Banten Province, Indonesia, leads to Hariang Village, a place nestled between steep mountains and rolling hills, where arenga palm trees have grown for generations. For hundreds of farmers, these trees are more than part of the landscape; they are a lifeline. Since 1989, the […]
In the highlands of Toraja, South Sulawesi, Indonesia, coffee farming has long been part of the region’s heritage. Yet in many villages, aging coffee trees and limited technical knowledge have reduced productivity and made it difficult for farmers to sustain their livelihoods. “On average, the coffee plants in Toraja are already very old, which results […]