Showing posts with label Agriculture. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Agriculture. Show all posts

Saturday, February 25, 2023

Benefits of using a soil moisture meter

A soil moisture meter is a tool used to measure the amount of moisture in soil. It is a useful tool for gardeners, farmers, and other individuals who want to ensure that their plants are getting the right amount of water.

The device usually consists of two metal probes that are inserted into the soil. The meter then measures the electrical resistance between the probes, which is directly related to the amount of moisture in the soil. The meter provides a reading in either analog or digital format, indicating the level of moisture in the soil.

Using a soil moisture meter can help you avoid overwatering or underwatering your plants, which can both be detrimental to their growth and health. It can also help you conserve water by ensuring that you are only watering your plants when they need it.

When selecting a soil moisture meter, consider factors such as the accuracy of the device, the range of moisture levels it can measure, and whether it is suitable for use in the type of soil you are testing. Some soil moisture meters are also equipped with additional features, such as temperature and light sensors, that can provide further insight into the health of your plants.

Overall, a soil moisture meter is a useful tool for anyone who wants to ensure that their plants are getting the right amount of water. By providing accurate and timely information about soil moisture levels, a soil moisture meter can help you keep your plants healthy and thriving.

Monday, November 14, 2022

Tunas Baru Lampung - We Produce and Export Affordable Palm Oil Derivatives by Rudy P.

Tunas Baru Lampung - We Produce and Export Affordable Palm Oil Derivatives by Rudy P.:

Tunas Baru Lampung - We Produce and Export Affordable Palm Oil Derivatives

Established in 1973, PT Tunas Baru Lampung Tbk ( “TBLA” ) is a member of company of Sungai Budi Group, a pioneer in Indonesia’s agricultural industry which was founded in 1947. TBLA was established from a desire to assist the country’s development and to capitalize on Indonesia’s competitive advantage in agriculture. Today, Sungai Budi Group is one of Indonesia’s largest manufacturers and distributors of agricultural based consumer products.

PT Tunas Baru Lampung Tbk began its operations in Lampung in the early 1970s, since then we have grown to become one of the largest and lowest cost vegetable cooking oil producers. PT. Tunas Baru Lampung Tbk was publicly listed in Jakarta Stock Exchange in 14 Feb 2000.

Another member company of the Sungai Budi Group is the publicity listed  PT Budi Starch & Sweetener Tbk  ( Previously PT Budi Acid Jaya Tbk), the largest and most fully integrated tapioca starch manufacturer in Indonesia.

PRODUCTS

Our edible oil and fats product are quickly gaining market share over the years, we have increased our production capacity in Lampung and South Sumatera , where we currently have a market share about 60 percent.
 
We also entered into new markets in 1996 in East java by acquiring a cooking oil refinery. We see this as our gateway to other Eastern Indonesia Markets such as Kalimantan, Bali, Lombok, Maluku, and Irian Jaya. Since this acquisition, we have improved the efficiency of our East Java refinery and expanded our production capacity in 1999.
 
We have also increased the production capacity of refinery and built the second CPO mill in Lampung from the proceeds of Iinitial Public Offering, in starting from year 2000. We are committed to increase our production and maintain the quality of our products. We plan to invest in new crude oil mills in our plantations in Lampung in the near future.
 
In addition to vegetable cooking oil, we also produce crude coconut oil, stearine, crude palm oil, pal kernel oil, other consumer products such as cream soap and laundry soap which utilize fatty acid, a by-product from CPO production.

Since many years ago, the Company has planned to enter into sugar business .This business will be an integrated business , from sugar cane plantation  until sugar mill and sugar refinery.

Our Range of products are :

1. Palm Cooking Oil (PCA) / OLEIN
2. Soaps (Laundry, Bath, and Cream)
3. Palm Kernel Oil (PKO)
4. Crude Palm Oil (CPO)
5. Stearine
6. Palm Fatty Acid Distillate (PFAD)
7. Palm and Copra Chips / Expeller and Pellet
8. Sugar
9. Molases
10. FAME
11. Margarine
12. Glycerine
13. Slop Fatty Acid
14. Biofuel

Monday, November 7, 2022

Inti Agro Universal - We Export Affordable Agricultural Products by Rudy P.

Inti Agro Universal - We Export Affordable Agricultural Products by Rudy P.:

Inti Agro Universal - We Export Affordable Agricultural Products

We are commodity trader company base in Indonesia. Our main product is animal feed, especially palm kernel expeller which we have exported to several country.

Indonesia is one of the largest producers of palm oil in the world, therefore the is so much potential for palm oil. and we are ready to provide the best quality for you.

We have collaborated with many farmers and factory, especially in Eastern Indonesia. With a large agricultural land, we are ready to meet your business needs. 

PRODUCTS

Our products include coffee beans and coconut derivatives such as charcoal briquettes, copra, cocofiber and cocopeat. Spices such as nutmeg, cloves and cinnamon. Organic sugars such as coco sugar and palm sugar. Cassava derivatives such as cassava flour and dry cassava chips. Fruits and vegetables such as durian and organic vegetables.

Holding Perkebunan Nusantara - We Produce and Export Affordable Agricultural Products by Rudy P.

Holding Perkebunan Nusantara - We Produce and Export Affordable Agricultural Products by Rudy P.:

PT. Perkebunan Nusantara III (Persero) Holding is a State-Owned Enterprise Plantation engaged in the management, processing and marketing of plantation products. The commodities cultivated are palm oil, rubber, sugarcane, tea, coffee, cocoa, tobacco, various timber, fruits and various other crops.

Company Vision & Mission

The Company was established with the aim and objective to implement government policies and programs by contributing to the economy and national development, especially in the plantation subsector and increasing profits through sound Company principles based on increasing added value for the country and shareholders.

Area

The total area owned by PT Perkebunan Nusantara III (Persero) Holding Perkebunan is 1,181,751.03 Ha with land concession status around 68% already certified, 20% certificates expired/in the process of renewal and 12% not yet certified. Meanwhile, the total planted area owned by PTPN is 817,536 hectares consisting of palm oil, rubber, tea, sugarcane, coffee, cocoa, tobacco, wood and horticulture commodities. In addition, in order to improve the welfare of the community around PTPN, it also has a plasma plantation area of 457,794 hectares.



Products

- Palm Oil (Crude Palm Oil (CPO); Palm Kernel Oil (PKO0; Palm Kernel; Palm Kernel Meal (PKM))
- Rubber (Ribbed Smoked Sheet - 1 (RSS-1); SIR-10; SIR-20; Lateks Pekat)
- Tea
- Coffee
- Sugar Cane
- Tobacco
- Cacao

Friday, November 4, 2022

Charoen Pokphand Indonesia - We Export Poultry Feed, Day Old Chicks, Processed Poultry Meat by Rudy P.

Charoen Pokphand Indonesia - We Export Poultry Feed, Day Old Chicks, Processed Poultry Meat by Rudy P.: Responding to the economic situation in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, CPIN decided to continue the approach and strategy in 2020 which has been proven to be successful in maintaining CPIN’s perf...

Thursday, October 20, 2022

Saraswanti Anugerah Makmur - We Produce and Export High Quality Fertilizers by Rudy P.

Saraswanti Anugerah Makmur - We Produce and Export High Quality Fertilizers by Rudy P.: PT Saraswanti Anugerah Makmur Tbk (PT SAM Tbk), established in Sidoarjo in 1998, is a national private company engaged in marketing and fertilizer industry. Since its inception, PT SAM Tbk has been de...

Wednesday, October 19, 2022

Nusa Palapa Gemilang - We Produce and Export Affordable Fertilizer by Rudy P.

Nusa Palapa Gemilang - We Produce and Export Affordable Fertilizer by Rudy P.: PT. Nusa Palapa Gemilang Tbk has grown and developed very proudly as a producer of non-subsidized NPK fertilizers and various other types of fertilizers. Since its establishment in 2001 until now, whi...

Saturday, September 19, 2020

Advice and Information for Gardener About Providing the Correct Greenhouse Lighting

If you are one of those few people who are in love with nature, then, having a greenhouse garden at your background is an incredible idea. In fact, according to some statistical reports, 80% of the 100 people that owned greenhouses in the United States were nature lovers, while the remaining 20% said it was purely for commercial gains.

Built specially for plant cultivation, greenhouses or hothouses are specially designed to suit the needs of every plant lover. It is a sanctuary where people and plants can bond together and enjoy each other as they fill the world with lush flora and abundant greens.

In as much as greenhouses are designed to provide the perfect environment for any kind of plant, there are some cases wherein the viability of the equipment is still dependent on the owner of the greenhouse or to those who manage the area.

In this sense, it is important for every greenhouse owner to see to it that the needs of the conservatory are being met.

The Greenhouse Setting

Technically, the main concept of a greenhouse is that the plants are placed in a space confined in a specially designed structure. Since the plants were not cultivated in an open area, it is extremely important for the owner to provide the necessary requirements that the plants have.

One should keep in mind that the plants are placed in a secured place; hence, it is the responsibility of the greenhouse owner or the one who manages the place to provide the needs similar to that of the ones being enjoyed by the plants in the exterior environment.

The Lighting

One of the most important necessities of every plant in order to manufacture its own food is the light. You have probably learned from your grade school science teacher that plants need light in order to produce its own food, along with the other factors such as water and air.

With respect to the conditions inside the greenhouse, it is important for the plants to receive adequate amount of light in order to develop and grow on its maximum state. This is especially useful during winter, where no amount of natural light can be produced.

Friday, September 18, 2020

Five Important Factors to Consider When Selecting the Best Lighting for Your Greenhouse

Choosing specific greenhouse lighting can be somewhat tricky. Here are five important factors to consider when making your selections.

1. Type of greenhouse — Before buying greenhouse lighting, you must understand the kind of greenhouse that you have. Is it a commercial greenhouse or a personal one? Knowing what type of greenhouse that you have will determine what kind of lighting to choose. For instance, if you have a commercial greenhouse, it is best that you buy lighting that is created to endure humid, adverse conditions that are commonly found in commercial conservatories. Research your options before making any purchase.

2. Length of use — The duration of light use in greenhouses based on a “photoperiod”— the period in which the light will be used may vary. For example, you may use lighting for a “12-hour photoperiod.” This means that within 24 hours cycle, lighting will be used for 12 hours and 12 hours with no light at all. It is important to buy a light that meets your specific usage needs. Find out what your needs are before making your selections.

3. Purpose — Buy a light that will focus on your desired results. For instance, if you want to motivate the growth of your orchids, it is best to buy a light that will put more weight on the “spectrum colors” like the red, blue and the “far-red wavelengths.” The colors of the light have notable effects on the plant growth. Not all light will produce the desired results. Talk to experts before purchasing.

4. Electrical efficiency — Opt for lighting products that provide optimum effect without having to compromise the amount of energy that they consume. It’s better to buy lights that are efficient and can still conserve as little energy as possible. Ensure that the lighting you buy meets your electrical efficiency requirements.

5. Heat — Remember that lighting should only be used where it is needed. A light that emits more heat as it releases light can be very harmful. Too much heat on a plant will trigger its death. For example, it’s not a good idea to buy an incandescent bulb because it gives out too much heat. Make sure you understand how much heat each lighting option produces before purchasing.

Lighting is an important factor in a plant’s development. Carefully consider the kinds of light you use in your greenhouse in order to ensure the quality of plant growth that you want to achieve.