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Field Study of UNIMED Students at Socfindo Conservation
A total of 76 students from the Department of Natural Product Organic Chemistry, Universitas Negeri Medan carried out a field study at Socfindo Conservation. During the activity, the students had the opportunity to observe the collection of medicinal plants to deepen their understanding of the various types and their benefits. They then took part in a hands-on ice cream making practice as an innovative learning activity in utilizing plant-based products. The program continued with a visit to Café Sehatea, serving as a moment of togetherness between students and lecturers. The accompanying lecturer expressed hope that this field study could become a regular agenda, considering the vast potential knowledge about herbal plants that can still be explored at Socfindo Conservation.
13 Sep 2025
WORKSHOP
Students of Edu Global School Learn Planting and Ice Cream Making at Socfindo Conservation
A total of 61 students from Edu Global School visited Socfindo Conservation to take part in a creative learning program on planting and ice cream making. Through this activity, the students gained hands-on experience in cultivating useful plants while also learning how to process natural ingredients into ice cream, combining environmental education with fun and practical skills.
11 Sep 2025
OTHERS
Visit of Sustainability Team and Socfindo Ladies and Wives Association (KISS) to Inalum Waste Bank
Sustainability Team together with the Socfindo Ladies and Wives Association (KISS) visited the Inalum Waste Bank, whose management has been highly organized and contributed to achieving the Gold PROPER award. This experience will be adopted at Socfindo with several adjustments, with PT Socfindo Bangun Bandar Estate serving as the pilot project for the establishment of a Waste Bank.
10 Sep 2025
OTHERS
Inauguration of the Shiraka Fermentation House
The Shiraka Fermentation House was officially inaugurated as a new initiative to promote sustainable community-based innovation. This facility is designed to serve as a learning and production center for fermentation practices, encouraging the utilization of local resources to create value-added products. Through its establishment, the Fermentation House aims to strengthen local livelihoods, enhance food diversification, and provide practical training opportunities for the community in developing environmentally friendly and economically beneficial products.
04 Sep 2025
VISIT
Visit of the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) Team to Socfindo Conservation
The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) team visited Socfindo Conservation to see firsthand the ongoing conservation and sustainability programs. During the visit, the team was introduced to collections of useful plants, community empowerment initiatives, and educational activities on the importance of biodiversity conservation. This visit reflects the shared commitment of PEFC and Socfindo Conservation in supporting environmentally friendly practices while also improving community well-being.
02 Sep 2025
VISIT
Visit of BITRA (Bina Keterampilan Pedesaan) to Socfindo Conservation
BITRA (Bina Keterampilan Pedesaan) visited Socfindo Conservation to conduct a workshop on strengthening local food systems through the Climate-Adaptive Farmer Field School, attended by 60 participants. The program not only discussed community-based food system strategies but also introduced Socfindo Conservation’s collection of useful plants as a tangible example of diversifying food sources with health and economic value. Through this approach, participants were encouraged to see how the utilization of local biodiversity can support food security while serving as an adaptive solution to the challenges of climate change.
31 Jul 2025