Editorial photo #12926908 Economy, Business and Finance
Farmer's 'Gold Poop'
Organic fertilizer derived from processed livestock waste becomes an essential resource for local farmers in response to the inconsistent availability of subsidized inorganic fertilizers. On October 30, 2025, in Patumbak, Deli Serdang, North Sumatra, Purnomo, a staff member at PT Nousindo Nusatara Agri's compost processing plant, showcases the Indonesian Oil Palm Research Institute (PPKS) Laboratory Analysis Certification. This certification confirms that the local compost fertilizer meets quality standards necessary for soil nutrient requirements and supports small-scale fertilizer industries in participating in the national food program. PT Nousindo's conversion of cow dung into high-quality compost offers a vital independent solution for agricultural sustainability. (Photo by Sutanta Aditya/NurPhoto)