PALMOILMAGAZINE, BANDUNG — Promoting the spirit of collaboration and innovation to strengthen the independence of the plantation industry, the Medbun Awards 2025 serve as a platform to recognize individuals and institutions deemed to have made significant breakthroughs and positive impacts in this sector.
The awards are presented to innovators and institutions that have demonstrated exceptional dedication and contributions to the development of the national plantation sector, particularly the palm oil industry. The event was held on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at the Holiday Inn Bandung Pasteur in West Java.
This year, the awards were given to 16 recipients in various categories, ranging from Highest Oil Extraction Rate (OER) Producer, Smart Palm Oil Mill Technology, to Palm Oil Mill Executive Trainer.
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In his keynote remarks, Ir. Mukti Sarjono, M.Sc., Chairman of the Media Perkebunan Advisory Board, commended the consistency of Media Perkebunan in honoring excellence within the plantation sector. He emphasized that such appreciation is vital for driving innovation and professionalism in the palm oil industry—a key pillar of the national economy.
“This second Medbun Award reflects Media Perkebunan’s appreciation for outstanding individuals in the plantation industry, ensuring the continued advancement of the palm oil sector,” said Ir. Mukti Sarjono. He also expressed hope that the event would foster leadership growth in various areas—from technology, seed development, pest control, to education—ultimately enhancing the sector’s human resource quality.
Hadi Dafenta, Head of Organization, HR, Legal Affairs, and Public Relations at the Directorate General of Plantations, emphasized the urgency of transformation in the face of fast-paced information.
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“The plantation sector, especially palm oil, faces growing challenges. We hope Media Perkebunan continues to thrive as a reliable partner in delivering accurate and timely news about the industry,” he said.
Dr. Karyudi, a member of the Medbun Awards 2025 jury panel and expert board at Media Perkebunan, shared his aspirations for stronger linkages between education, R&D, and industry players.
“Palm oil contributes significantly to the nation’s foreign exchange earnings. In 2024 alone, it generated around USD 28 billion. Since 2006, Indonesia has outpaced Malaysia as the world’s leading palm oil producer. The award recipients today can rightly be called national foreign exchange heroes,” he noted.
Medbun Awards 2025 Winners:
- Top Oil Extraction Rate (OER) Palm Oil Mills:
- 1st Place: One of Indonesia’s Largest Palm Oil Companies
- 2nd Place: PT Triputra Agro Persada Tbk
- 3rd Place: PT Bumitama Gunajaya Agro Tbk
- Superior Male-Flower-Producing Oil Palm Seed Innovator: PT Socfin Indonesia (Socfindo)
- Ganoderma Biocontrol Technology Innovator: PT Pascal Biotech Indonesia
- Smart Palm Oil Mill Technology for Real-Time, High-Accuracy Testing: IAS Global PTE. LTD.
- Indonesia’s First ERP-Integrated IoT Automation Innovator: PT LAT Trisakti
- Sustainable CSR in Social, Cultural, and Educational Development: PT Sumber Tani Agung Resources Tbk
- Innovative Smart Farming Solutions for Palm Oil Resilience: Sulung Research Station (subsidiary of PT Sawit Sumbermas Sarana, Citra Borneo Group)
- Long Life Achievement in Plantation R&D: PT Riset Perkebunan Nusantara
- Long Life Achievement in Academic Agricultural Education: INSTIPER Yogyakarta
- Outstanding Vocational Education Institution in Plantations: Akademi Komunitas Perkebunan Yogyakarta (AKPY)
- Pioneering Polytechnic in Palm Oil Education: Politeknik Kelapa Sawit Citra Widya Edukasi
- Long Life Achievement in Plantation Training: LPP Agro Nusantara
- Palm Oil Mill Executive Trainer Award: Edward Silalahi, MM
More than just an award ceremony, Medbun Awards 2025 served as a moment of reflection on the progress and ongoing challenges within Indonesia’s plantation sector. Media Perkebunan hopes that these awardees will inspire greater innovation and a deeper commitment to sustainability throughout the industry value chain—from upstream to downstream.
The event also reaffirms a strong commitment to shaping a plantation industry that is advanced, inclusive, and knowledge-based—while building a positive narrative around its strategic role in supporting national economic development. (P3)
