Using fertilizer from Indonesia, rice productivity in Timor Leste has doubled

Published 2024년 5월 15일

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Petrokimia Gresik has successfully increased rice productivity in Timor Leste from 1.5-3 tons per hectare to 7.5 tons per hectare through a demonstration plot project, celebrated in a ceremony attended by President Jose Manuel Ramos Horta. In collaboration with Pupuk Indonesia and its subsidiaries, the project provided high-quality fertilizers and agricultural inputs to support Timor Leste's agricultural development and food security. Additionally, Petrosida Gresik is committed to achieving food security and independence in Timor Leste by 2025 through pest control, fertilizers, plant growth regulators, seeds, and agricultural technology, following the 6T rule to maximize yields.
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Liputan6.com, Jakarta Petrokimia Gresik has succeeded in increasing rice productivity in Timor Leste to 7.5 tons per hectare, from the previous average of only 1.5 tons-3 tons. This can be seen from the harvest "The Rice Harvest Ceremony" with the President of Timor Leste, Jose Manuel Ramos Horta in Vemasse District, Baucau Regency, Timor Leste, Tuesday (14/5/2024). Deputy Main Director of Pupuk Indonesia, Gusrizal said that this bumper harvest is proof of the commitment of Pupuk Indonesia and its subsidiaries to the development of Timor Leste's agricultural sector. Agriculture is the backbone of Timor Leste's economy, providing employment and livelihoods for the majority of its population. This is an important source of food security and availability for the people of Timor Leste. Advertisement "Implementing this commitment, Pupuk Indonesia together with Petrokimia Gresik and Petrosida Gresik, which are affiliated companies of the group, have collaborated with the Government of ...
Source: Liputan6

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