Lima belas tahun sejak didirikan, Yayasan Bina Tani Sejahtera (YBTS) terus berkomitmen memberdayakan petani Indonesia melalui benih berkualitas, pendampingan intensif, dan pengembangan komunitas yang kuat. Tonggak penting ini ditandai dengan pelaksanaan All Team Meeting YBTS 2024 pada tanggal 23–27 September dengan tema “Go To The Next Level.” Kegiatan dimulai di EWINDO, Purwakarta, dengan sambutan apresiatif dari pimpinan serta pemotongan tumpeng ulang tahun ke-15 sebagai simbol rasa syukur, dilanjutkan dengan sesi pembelajaran mendalam seputar kualitas benih, pengendalian hama, dan tantangan nyata di lapangan bersama para pakar EWINDO. Sesi refleksi internal, kunjungan lapangan, serta kegiatan team building yang dilandasi oleh nilai-nilai KAKA (Kesadaran, Aktualisasi Diri, Keterlibatan, dan Akuntabilitas) turut memperkuat semangat kebersamaan dan arah visi ke depan. Perayaan ini ditutup dengan meriah dalam Gathering Night bertema 90-an yang penuh tawa dan nostalgia, sekaligus menjadi ajang apresiasi bagi staf yang telah mengabdi lebih dari lima tahun—sebuah penguatan komitmen YBTS untuk terus tumbuh bersama petani di masa mendatang.

In a strong show of collaboration, YBTS and the Jayapura Regency Government came together in a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) with local farmers in Waibron Village. With the direct presence of Regent Dr. Yunus Wonda and key officials, the dialogue addressed farmers’ real challenges and promoted sustainable practices like Eco-Enzyme and innovative horticulture. The event concluded with commitments for policy support and international training opportunities—marking a new chapter for agricultural empowerment in Jayapura.

To commemorate the 35th anniversary of PT East West Seed Indonesia (EWINDO), Yayasan Bina Tani Sejahtera (YBTS) took part through an interactive booth showcasing its farmer assistance programs in Eastern Indonesia and Java. The visit of the Minister of National Development Planning/Head of Bappenas, Prof. Dr. Ir. Rachmat Pambudy, marked a significant moment, reinforcing the vital role of the private sector in strengthening national food resilience. By 2025, more than 100,000 farmers will have benefited from YBTS programs focused on cultivation training, farmer group empowerment, and the inclusion of women and youth in agriculture. This collaboration highlights that synergy is key to building a resilient, inclusive, and sustainable agricultural ecosystem.

Heronima Emiliana Loba, also known as Ibu Helni, initially worked as a staff member of the Regional Secretariat (SETDA) of Southwest Sumba Regency. In 2021, Ibu Helni joined the Department of Agriculture and Food Security of Southwest Sumba as a Field Agricultural Extension Officer (PPL). She was assigned to the Agricultural Extension Center in Wewewa […]

As the Subdistrict Head of Wewewa Barat since 2021, Bapak Antonius Kette, S.TP, is recognized as a driving force consistently pushing for community empowerment programs in the villages of Wewewa Barat Subdistrict, encouraging them to boldly showcase their abilities. He consistently inspires villagers to actively engage as resilient farmers. Pak Antonius is pleased to directly […]

Strategically located in Tambolaka City, Mama Lily, a member of the Women’s Farmers Group (KWT) Hidup Bersama in Wee Rena Village, faces challenges with limited land and water supply. However, they have found a smart solution by running an agricultural business for 11 years using their home garden. For Mama Lily, there is always a […]