17 October 2023, Putrajaya: SALCRA joined the 9th National Geospatial Information Symposium (NGIS-9) on October 17th and 18th at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre. The symposium, organised by the National Geospatial Centre, aimed to promote the sharing of geospatial information and to discuss the latest issues in the field.

The theme of the 9th National Geospatial Information Symposium (NGIS-9) was “Geospatial Revolution in Digital Challenges.” The theme was chosen to reflect the rapid development of digital technology and its impact on geospatial information management across various sectors. The symposium aimed to promote excellence in geospatial information management and to have a positive impact on economic development. The symposium also addressed the challenges that arise from the advancement of digital technology, including those in the geospatial field.

Also participated in the NGIS-9 was Technical Services and Engineering Manager, Maureen Tamin.

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9 October 2023, Lundu: SALCRA employees had the privilege to participate in an exclusive session with the Minister for Food Industry, Commodity, and Regional Development Sarawak, who is also the Chairman of SALCRA, YB Dato Sri Dr. Stephen Rundi Utom, held at Bajo Training Centre.

This Special Session marked as the official commencement of SALCRA's Lab on Moving Towards Circular Economy. The event began with an opening speech from General Manager Tuan Joseph Blandoi, followed by a keynote address delivered by YB Dato Sri Stephen Rundi Utom.

The insights shared during this session ignited a renewed sense of purpose and motivation among the employees, as SALCRA embarks on the journey toward implementing a circular economy approach in our core activities.

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3 October 2023, Petaling Jaya: SALCRA participated in the first national conference on oil palm organised by the Malaysian Palm Oil Association (MPOA) on October 2nd and 3rd at the Sunway Resort Hotel. The conference, themed “Palm Progress: Future-proofing Competitiveness and Sustainability,” aimed to address the challenges and opportunities faced by the oil palm plantation industry in Malaysia.

The conference featured various presentations and panel discussions on topics such as taxation policies, worker recruitment and levies, mechanisation and replanting strategies, and the aging oil palm profile. The conference also tackled the issues of the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), social-environmental concerns, and the certification standards of the Roundtable Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) and the Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO).

The event was officiated by YAB Dato’ Sri Haji Fadillah bin Haji Yusof, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Plantation and Commodities, who launched the MPOA Responsible Recruitment Guideline for the recruitment of foreign workers. This guideline is a key component of the MPOA Responsible Employment Charter.

The notable presence of our General Manager and Deputy General Manager demonstrated our commitment to the future of the Malaysian palm oil industry.

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25 September 2023, Kuching: SALCRA participated in the 1st Biosecurity, Smart Farming & Entrepreneurship For Food Security (BioSFE) 2023 which was held from 25 to 27 September 2023. 

Premier of Sarawak, The Right Honourable Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari bin Tun Datuk Abang Haji Openg officiated the opening of the 1st Biosecurity, Smart Farming & Entrepreneurship For Food Security (BioSFE) 2023 at Riverside Majestic Hotel Kuching.

This inaugural conference was co-organized by the Ministry of Food Industry, Commodity & Regional Development Sarawak (M-FICORD), UiTM and National Chung Cheng University Taiwan in conjunction with Sarawak Agrofest 2023.

Themed "Bridging Technologists and Entrepreneurs for Agriculture Revolution 4.0," BioSFE served as a platform for local and international participants, fostering knowledge sharing on food security, smart farming, and biotechnology in entrepreneurship. The event aimed to enhance national food security awareness, benefit local farmers through potential technology transfers, and provide valuable insights for future policymaking.

SALCRA was represented by Mr Grover Peter Gani, Chief Operating Officer SALCRA Jaya Sdn. Bhd.; Mr Raymond Britin, Business Development Manager; Mr Mac Shermon, Livestock Manager; Penny Jong Phai Lee, Research Officer and Laura Sarina, Business Development Officer.

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Also present were Minister of Food Industry, Commodity & Regional Development Sarawak The Honourable Dato Sri Dr. Stephen Rundi Utom, Deputy Minister of Food Industry, Commodity & Regional Development Sarawak (Commodity & Regional Development) The Honourable Mr Martin Ben, Deputy State Secretary of Sarawak (Operation) Datu Hii Chang Kee, and Rector of UiTM Sarawak Professor Dato Dr Haji Jamil bin Haji Jamali.

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25 September 2023, Petra Jaya: General Manager Tuan Joseph Blandoi graced the Sarawak Agrofest 2023 Night Activities as the Guest of Honour. The night was filled with mesmerising performances, not just one but three!

Talented musicians Amis U, Desmond, and Akustik Baginda stole the spotlight with their music, leaving the audience spellbound.

The night also had a touch of excitement as the Guest of Honour generously rewarded some lucky members of the audience with prizes for correctly answering quizzes!

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Also present during the performance, the Management Team.

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22 September 2023, Petra Jaya: SALCRA merupakan salah satu pempamer dalam expo pertanian yang terbesar di Sarawak, Sarawak Agrofest 2023 yang baru sahaja disempurnakan pada 22 September 2023 oleh YAB Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari bin Tun Datuk Abang Haji Openg.

Sarawak Agrofest 2023 menyediakan peluang kepada pemegang-pemegang taruh pertanian untuk mewujudkan jaringan, padanan perniagaan dan kerjasama bagi memperkukuhkan lagi rantaian bekalan serta nilai produk pertanian.

Dalam ucapan Premier Sarawak Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg, beliau menekankan komitmen SALCRA untuk menghasilkan makanan haiwan ternakan yang berkualiti berasaskan sisa sawit di negeri ini.

Turut bersama dalam Majlis Perasmian, YAB Dato' Sri Haji Fadillah bin Haji Yusof, Timbalan Perdana Menteri Malaysia II yang juga merangkap Menteri Perladangan dan Komoditi Malaysia; YB Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas, Timbalan Premier Sarawak dan Menteri Infrastruktur & Pembangunan Pelabuhan Sarawak, serta YB Dato Sri Dr. Stephen Rundi Utom, Menteri Industri Makanan, Komoditi dan Pembangunan Wilayah Sarawak.

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8 September 2023, Kuching: SALCRA telah menghantar tiga (3) kumpulan untuk menyertai Konvensyen Innovative and Creative Circle (ICC) Peringkat Kementerian Industri Makanan, Komiditi dan Pembangunan Wilayah Sarawak (M-FICORD) 2023 hari ini di Bangunan Baitul Makmur 2, Petra Jaya.

TAHNIAH diucapkan kepada kumpulan Le Penseur (Lubuk Antu Palm Oil Mill 2) kerana telah dinobatkan sebagai Johan; Whiz (Bau Palm Oil Mill) sebagai Naib Johan, dan Undan Berjaya Maju (Undan Oil Palm Estate) kerana telah memenangi Tempat Ketiga!

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Turut hadir bersama para peserta dan panel penilai Konvensyen ICC Peringkat M-FICORD ialah Timbalan Setiausaha Tetap M-FICORD, Yang Berusaha Tuan Sayed Ismail Nasiruddin.

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7 September 2023, Bau: SALCRA welcomed sixteen (16) students and two (2) lecturers from Shinshu University of Japan today to Stenggang Oil Palm Estate (OPE) & Bau Palm Oil Mill (BAPOM).

This knowledge exchange aimed to provide the Japanese delegation with insights into the palm oil industry and its role in fostering economic prosperity within the local community.

One of the students expressed their gratitude, saying, “Thank you very much today. I am moved by everyone's warm welcome. Your environmentally conscious and sustainable approach has been very beneficial for us to deepen our understanding of your country.”

Also present with us during tour, BAPOM Manager, Penny Nyapay and Stenggang OPE Manager, Herman Sambikin.

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SALCRA Chairman, YB Dato Sri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom, recently visited SALCRA's Research and Development (R&D) centre in Sg Sebiew, Bintulu, last Friday, March 3, 2023.

SALCRA Deputy General Manager Sikin Sentok warmly welcomed the Chairman upon his arrival at the R&D centre. Jacinta Graley, SALCRA Head of Agronomic, Sustainability and Research, then briefed the attendees on the primary research activities being undertaken at Sg Sebiew.

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During the briefing, Jacinta highlighted various projects being implemented at the R&D centre to improve productivity and sustainability in the agriculture sector. The centre has been researching the propagation and cultivation of high-quality bamboo and gaharu, as these two crops have shown great potential for sustainable agroforestry in Sarawak. Bamboo has been identified as a promising alternative to timber, as it can be harvested every 3 to 5 years without causing environmental degradation. Furthermore, bamboo has a wide range of uses, including construction, furniture, and handicrafts. On the other hand, gaharu, also known as agarwood, is a highly valued commodity in the fragrance industry, with a single kilogram of gaharu fetching up to RM20,000. 

After the briefing, Jacinta led the group on a tour of the bamboo and gaharu plots, demonstrating the centre's efforts in promoting sustainable agroforestry practices. The Chairman was impressed with the progress made by the centre in these areas and, at the same time, emphasized the need for SALCRA to develop into a more vibrant business by creating new profit-making opportunities in the agriculture sector.

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The Chairman also interacted with the staff members and researchers at the centre, acknowledging the vital role played by SALCRA R&D centre in developing innovative solutions for the agriculture sector in Sarawak while stressing that SALCRA needs to ensure that R&D activities are results-oriented and have a clear timeline for implementation to enable SALCRA to allocate resources effectively and develop a broader range of sustainable agriculture practices for the benefit of the community.

In his closing remarks, the Chairman commended the efforts of SALCRA R&D in promoting sustainable agriculture practices and urged the R&D centre to continue their excellent work.

The Chairman's visit to Sg Sebiew has further strengthened the government's commitment towards sustainable agriculture practices in Sarawak. The R&D centre's efforts are expected to pave the way for a more sustainable future for the agriculture sector in the state.

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Also present during the visit were the Director of the Department of Agriculture Sarawak, Dominic Chunggat; General Manager of Pertama Ferroalloys, Yuki Nakamura; Chief Operating Officer of Sarawak Fertilizer Sdn Bhd, Rentap Tommy, and SALCRA Management Team.

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On the 23^rd of February 2023, a group of 11 undergraduate students including their three accompanying lecturers from Shinshu University of Japan recently visited the Stenggang Oil Palm Estate (OPE) and the Bau Palm Oil Mill (BAPOM) to learn more about the palm oil production.
Palm oil is a versatile and valuable commodity that is used in a wide variety of products, including food, cosmetics, and biofuels. Malaysia is one of the leading producer of palm oil worldwide, and the industry plays a significant role in the country's economy.
The students first arrived at Stenggang OPE and were greeted by Herman Sambikin, the Estate Manager and representatives from the Sarawak Land Consolidation and Rehabilitation Authority (SALCRA). After a quick safety briefing, Johanes Emang Disun, Assistant Estate Manager provided them with an overview of the OPE’s business operations including their day-to-day tasks, application of mechanisation in the plantation management and sustainability practices. They were then taken on a tour of the Stenggang Oil Palm Estate, which covers over 2,609 hectares and produces yield around 6.39 metric tonnes of fresh fruit bunch (FFB) per ha (as of 2021).

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During the tour, the students had the opportunity to see the various stages of oil palm cultivation and management, from nursery establishment, field establishment and immature maintenance to harvesting, delivery and mature upkeep. They were shown the different types of machinery used in the process, including the mist blower and mini-dumper, and were given an explanation of how each machine worked.

The students were also introduced to various sustainability initiatives that have been implemented at the estate, such as the use of empty fruit bunch as organic fertiliser, and beneficial plants as integrated pest management. These initiatives are aimed at reducing the environmental impact of the industry and promoting sustainable practices.

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After the tour of the estate, the students visited BAPOM, where they were welcomed by Penny Nyapay, the Mill Manager. The visiting group were able to see the milling process in action after they were briefed about the business operations at the Mill by Saul Ribai anak Paul, the Mill Engineer. They were shown how FFB is processed to remove impurities and produce high-quality crude palm oil that meets industry standards.

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Throughout the visit, the students were encouraged to ask questions and engage in discussions with plantation and mill workers. They were keen to learn more about the industry and its impact on the environment and local communities.

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The visit was a valuable learning experience for the students, who were able to see first-hand how palm oil is produced and the efforts being made to promote sustainable practices in the industry. It also provided them with an opportunity to engage with expertise from the industry and gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing the palm oil sector in Malaysia.

Overall, the visit not only enhanced the students' education but also promoted greater understanding and cooperation between Japan and Malaysia in the palm oil industry and it is hoped similar initiatives will be organised in the near future to equip more students with knowledge and skills that would be instrumental in their academic and professional pursuits.

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