Bina Tani Sejahtera

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Knowledge Transfer

YBTS is committed to promoting knowledge about Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) through the establishment of demonstration plots, market surveys, and evaluations of farm business potential at each demo plot. In addition, we actively promote vegetable consumption, showcasing high-quality seeds at all field events and farmer meetings.

From Dialogue to Harvest, YBTS and Sambawofuar Farmers Grow Together
From Dialogue to Harvest, YBTS and Sambawofuar Farmers Grow Together
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Yayasan Bina Tani Sejahtera (YBTS) recently brought together 28 farmers in Sambawofuar Village, Biak Numfor, for a dynamic Focus Group Discussion (FGD) focused on growing and succeeding together. Through open dialogue, shared experiences, and a joyful harvest of Nauli Pakcoy, the event embodied YBTS’s commitment to collaborative knowledge transfer and sustainable farming.
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Farmer Field Day: Advancing Sustainable Agriculture Through Biochar Adoption
Farmer Field Day: Advancing Sustainable Agriculture Through Biochar Adoption
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At the Farmer Field Day (FFD) in Batang Regency, farmers experienced firsthand the transformative impact of biochar technology in improving soil health, boosting yields, and reducing carbon emissions. Supported by the WRI-P4G initiative, this collaboration between WasteX, Yayasan Bina Tani Sejahtera (YBTS), and AdaKarbon empowers smallholder farmers with sustainable solutions for a more resilient agricultural future. Through knowledge-sharing, hands-on demonstrations, and strong stakeholder support, the event marked an important milestone in advancing climate-smart farming in Indonesia.
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From Organic Waste to Valuable Biochar, A Visit to Biochar Facility in Batang Yayasan
From Organic Waste to Valuable Biochar, A Visit to Biochar Facility in Batang Yayasan
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The article is written by Tessa Horrocks (University of Western Australia), an ACICIS Student Intern at YBTS (January-February 2025) Our internship at Yayasan Bina Tani Sejahtera (YBTS) brought us to the biochar facility in Batang, Central Java. The biochar facility is installed with carbonizer machines built by WasteX (start-up tech company) to produce biochar. WasteX […]
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Thriving Fields, Sustainable Yields
Thriving Fields, Sustainable Yields
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In January 2024, I had the privilege of being part of a meaningful journey alongside Stuart Morris (Director of East-West Seed Knowledge Transfer Foundation), Flip Van Koesveld (Advisor to the Board of Trustee at East-West Seed Knowledge Transfer Foundation), and the dedicated Management Team of YBTS, Edwin S. Saragih (Chairman) and Arga Wisnu Pradana (Assistant Manager). Our mission aimed to connect with and learn from […]
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Enza Zaden and YBTS Boost Young Farmers In Obelio Village
Enza Zaden and YBTS Boost Young Farmers In Obelio Village
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Enza Zaden and Yayasan Bina Tani Sejahtera (YBTS) collaborate to support farmers to improve productivity and quality of agricultural yields.
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The winner is someone who has experienced failures but rise again
The winner is someone who has experienced failures but rise again
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Daniel Malo Umbu Pati, or Dani, is a Field Agricultural Extension Officer (PPL) in West Wewewa District who actively supports farmers in three villages through the PERMATA program with Yayasan Bina Tani Sejahtera (YBTS). With cross-sector experience and training from YBTS, Dani continues to enhance his skills in agriculture and horticulture. As a speaker in various media platforms, he shares knowledge and motivation with farmers, driven by his vision of making Southwest Sumba a center for agricultural production. Dani believes that hard work and sharing knowledge will bring positive changes to farmers and their communities.
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