Mandailing Natal, March 9, 2026 – The shallot harvest carried out by a farmer group assisted by PT Sorik Marapi Geothermal Power (SMGP) in Sibanggor Jae Village, Puncak Sorik Marapi Subdistrict, Mandailing Natal Regency, marking SMGP’s efforts to strengthen the community's economy through empowerment programs in the agricultural sector.

Corporate Communications Manager of PT SMGP, Agung Iswara, stated: “PT SMGP continuously strives to support communities around its operational areas, one of which is through its economic empowerment programs. Sibanggor Jae Village has strong potential for shallot farming, and through this CDCR program we aim to encourage the development of that potential so it can provide sustainable economic benefits for the community.”

The shallot cultivation program was initiated by members of the Mutiara Tanah Farmer Group, who recognized the fertile soil potential in Sibanggor Jae Village for horticultural commodities with relatively stable economic value. The group began planting in November 2025 by optimizing land use through crop rotation, including planting shallots between coffee plants to make more effective use of available land.

This activity is part of PT SMGP’s community empowerment initiatives under its economic pillar, which encourages productive land utilization while increasing farmers’ income in surrounding areas.

Overall, the shallot harvest of the Mutiara Tanah Farmer Group for the planting period from November 2025 to March 2026 reached 3,054 kg, marking the growing development of this horticultural commodity as a source of economic strengthening for the village community.

The harvest carried out by the Mutiara Tanah Farmer Group demonstrates the increasing development of shallot cultivation in Sibanggor Jae Village as one of the alternative commodities for local farmers. In addition to improving land productivity, this activity is also expected to strengthen the independence of the farmer group through the use of part of the harvest as seeds for the next planting season.

Shallot Harvest in Sibanggor Village Boosts Local Farmers' Economy

Mandailing Natal, March 9, 2026 – The shallot harvest carried out by a farmer group assisted by PT Sorik Marapi Geothermal Power (SMGP) in Sibanggor Jae Village, Puncak Sorik Marapi Subdistrict, Mandailing Natal Regency, marking SMGP’s efforts to strengthen the community's economy through empowerment programs in the agricultural sector.

Corporate Communications Manager of PT SMGP, Agung Iswara, stated: “PT SMGP continuously strives to support communities around its operational areas, one of which is through its economic empowerment programs. Sibanggor Jae Village has strong potential for shallot farming, and through this CDCR program we aim to encourage the development of that potential so it can provide sustainable economic benefits for the community.”

The shallot cultivation program was initiated by members of the Mutiara Tanah Farmer Group, who recognized the fertile soil potential in Sibanggor Jae Village for horticultural commodities with relatively stable economic value. The group began planting in November 2025 by optimizing land use through crop rotation, including planting shallots between coffee plants to make more effective use of available land.

This activity is part of PT SMGP’s community empowerment initiatives under its economic pillar, which encourages productive land utilization while increasing farmers’ income in surrounding areas.

Overall, the shallot harvest of the Mutiara Tanah Farmer Group for the planting period from November 2025 to March 2026 reached 3,054 kg, marking the growing development of this horticultural commodity as a source of economic strengthening for the village community.

The harvest carried out by the Mutiara Tanah Farmer Group demonstrates the increasing development of shallot cultivation in Sibanggor Jae Village as one of the alternative commodities for local farmers. In addition to improving land productivity, this activity is also expected to strengthen the independence of the farmer group through the use of part of the harvest as seeds for the next planting season.

Through its Community Development and Community Relations (CDCR) program, PT SMGP remains committed to supporting the improvement of community welfare around its operational areas through various economic and social empowerment initiatives. This effort aligns with the company’s commitment to developing geothermal energy as a clean energy source that supports the energy transition and Indonesia’s net zero emissions target, while ensuring tangible benefits for local communities.

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About PT Sorik Marapi Geothermal Power

PT Sorik Marapi Geothermal Power (SMGP) is the legal holder of the right to manage and develop geothermal resources in Sorik Marapi – Roburan – Sampuraga Geothermal Work Area in Mandailing Natal, North Sumatra. SMGP obtained Geothermal Business Permit in 2010 and Geothermal Permit since 2015, covering an area of 62,900 HA and potential geothermal resources up to 240 MW. In 2016, KS Orka Renewables Pte. Ltd. acquired 95% of PT SMGP shares from its previous sponsor. Until now, PT SMGP has achieved Commercial Operating Date (COD) for Unit I of 42 MW in 2019, Unit II of 44 MW in 2021, Unit III of 46 MW, Unit IV of 27 MW in 2023 and Unit V of 33 MW in 2025.