Collaboration Between Batang Power Plant and TP PKK to Develop the Tombo Coffee Value Chain for National & Global Markets
Bhimasena Power, Batang Power
Plant – Batang Power Plant owned by PT Bhimasena Power Indonesia (BPI), in
collaboration with the Batang Regency Family Welfare Movement Team (TP PKK),
held the MSME Quality Improvement and Empowerment Program for Coffee Farmers in
Tombo Village, Bandar District, on Sunday, 23 November 2025, at Pendopo
Sidawung Coffee. The program was attended by 50 coffee farmers and 15 members
of the Batang Regency TP PKK, aiming to enhance the competitiveness of local
coffee through value chain strengthening and sustainable farming practices.
The training featured two main
speakers: Fritz Januar, Owner of Panna Coffee, who presented on Enhancing
Capacity in the Coffee Industry Value Chain; and Bayu Iryanto, Manager of
SwaraOwa, who discussed the Potential of Conservation-Based Coffee. Their sessions
highlighted the importance of proper processing, environmental balance, and
success stories including Reza, a local farmer whose coffee has successfully
reached international markets.
The Chairwoman of the Batang
Regency TP PKK, Faelasufa M. Faiz Kurniawan, emphasized that Tombo Village
holds great potential to become a leading coffee-producing hub. She praised the
community’s character and the visionary leadership of the Tombo Village Head,
noting that both have fostered a strong spirit of independence. During the
event, the TP PKK also provided 30 coffee-drying tarpaulins as a form of direct
support and highlighted the growing market opportunities available to Tombo
farmers.
“Successful people are those who
are willing to learn. I hope today’s material will truly be implemented,” she
said.
The General Manager of
Stakeholder Relations at PT Bhimasena Power Indonesia, Aryamir H. Sulasmoro,
stated that the program reflects Batang Power Plant’s commitment to creating a
positive impact on surrounding communities.
“We are committed to being a
reliable power plant that contributes added value to the region. Through our
CSR programs, we support coffee development as a strategic economic potential
for Batang Regency,” he said.
He also stressed that economic
growth must align with environmental protection, encouraging farmers to
maintain product quality and adopt sustainable cultivation practices.
“This collaboration with TP PKK
marks an important step in strengthening Batang’s coffee ecosystem,” he added.
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