Coconut Sleman Project

Sleman Regency, a key contributor to Yogyakarta’s Gross Domestic Regional Product (GDRP), is home to a large farming population. However, agricultural productivity has been declining due to climate change, excessive use of chemical fertilizers, and poor waste management. By 2020, soil organic matter had dropped to just 1.2%, leading to a 15-20% decrease in crop yields. This project will establish a biochar production facility in Sleman, utilizing coconut agricultural waste to produce bio-fertilizer and bio-oil for local farmers. In collaboration with the Indonesian Circular Economy Foundation, the initiative will also build farmers’ capacity and support cooperative formation, ensuring the widespread distribution and application of biochar-based products. This circular economy model will strengthen food resilience, enhance soil regeneration, and address waste management challenges in the region.