NU Holds First Rice Harvest in Lebak, Uses Bionutrient Tech for Food Security
The first harvest of Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) rice took place in Sukamanah Village, Lebak Regency, Banten, on Monday (July 6, 2026). The Agriculture Circular Economy Zone-NU (ACEZ-NU) program combines modern farming tech, soil restoration, and community-based farmer empowerment. This initiative involves Lakpesdam PBNU, LPP PBNU, PWNU, PCNU, farmer groups, local government, and Radiance Agritech Inc. from Taiwan.
PBNU Chairman KH Ahmad Suaedy said this harvest is NU's real contribution to supporting national food security. He stressed the use of scientific agricultural technology, including bionutrient fertilizer, which is expected to be mass-produced through collaboration with Radiance Agritech.
Lakpesdam PBNU Executive Director Asrul Raman revealed a yield increase of around 30 percent on 840 square meters of land. The bionutrient tech not only boosts productivity but also reduces pest attacks and improves soil condition. LPP PBNU Secretary Chandra Apriyanto emphasized that restoring soil nutrients is a key step in tackling fertility decline caused by chemical fertilizers.
Radiance Agritech Inc. CEO Michael Kuo reaffirmed the commitment to partner with PBNU to produce bionutrient fertilizer. Meanwhile, Lebak Regency Head of Agricultural Production Dodi Hermawan appreciated this innovation as support for improving farmer welfare and food security. The ACEZ-NU model is expected to become a showcase for collaborative, sustainable farming.
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