Singapore-based biotechnology company Bio Ark Global has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to be awarded 4,000 ha of land in Pemlang for the launch of a comprehensive corn cultivation venture, thereby setting the foundation for closed-loop food security solution
Bio Ark Global aims to introduce to the local economy its bio-organic technology and agricultural inputs which are free of synthetic chemicals, GMOs, and contaminants. These products not only enhance the quality and quantity of crop yields, they also mitigate the effects of climate change on crop growth. Additionally, these fertilisers harness beneficial microbes that in the long term help to maintain soil fertility.
Through its unique strategies, Bio Ark Global hopes to establish a resilient agricultural ecosystem that enables both the farmers and the community to flourish. One of the company's strategies includes its commitment to a closed-loop and fully self-sufficient cycle, sourcing and producing all raw ingredients and fertilisers locally. his strategy not only fosters ecological and economic sustainability but also creates a deep connection with the land and its people. More importantly, it addresses one of the major threats to our generation – climate change.
By implementing these agricultural practices, Bio Ark Global seeks to actively reduce carbon emissions and absorb carbon from the environment, thus mitigating climate change and promoting sustainability as a force for positive change. With these, Bio Ark Global hopes to establish a resilient agricultural ecosystem that enables both the farmers and the community to flourish.
On 1 February, a key partnership with the state-owned enterprise, BUMD PT Perdana Multi Sarana Bandung Barat (PMgS), based in West Bandung district, was officially formalised. This partnership heralds a new era of innovation for the agricultural industry in the region whie fostering sustainable practices, to ensure that local and regional demands of food supply are met. On 2 February, a MoU between Bio Ark Global and the Pemalang government was signed. Under the MoU, 4,000 ha of land for the initiative will be provided under a profit-sharing agreement, underscoring the Pemalang government's confidence in Bio Ark Global's commitment to fostering mutual success and sustainability in the local agricultural sector.
"Regions such as Bandung and Pemalang possess untapped potential for sustainable agricultural growth," commented Loh of Bio Ark Global's interest in this particular region. "The provincial governments have exhibited a praiseworthy proactive stance through their collaborations with Bio Ark Global's initiatives. They have strategically planned for the imminent phase of substantial advancements in the local agricultural sector, highlighting the resilience and strategic vision that defines Indonesia's multifaceted developmental landscape."
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