Pada Tahun Anggaran 2025, Desa Pemaatang Kulim menjadi salah satu desa yang mendapatkan dukungan dalam kegiatan pengembangan bisnis melalui program setup lebah madu. Program ini dilaksanakan bersama Kelompok Tani Hutan (KTH) Pematang Kulim dengan tujuan utama meningkatkan kemampuan kelompok dalam beternak lebah, menghasilkan madu berkualitas, serta membuka peluang usaha baru yang dapat menambah pendapatan masyarakat desa.

Melalui kegiatan ini, anggota KTH Pematang Kulim memperoleh pengetahuan dan keterampilan praktis mengenai budidaya lebah madu, mulai dari cara pemberian pakan, perawatan koloni, hingga teknik pemanenan yang tepat. Pelatihan ini tidak hanya memperkuat kapasitas individu anggota, tetapi juga menumbuhkan kesadaran akan pentingnya pemanfaatan potensi alam desa secara berkelanjutan.
Dalam pelaksanaannya, KTH Pematang Kulim telah aktif mengikuti berbagai pelatihan menganai cara merawat lebah dan memanen madu. Saat ini, kondisi koloni lebah tergolong cukup baik, meskipun terdapat beberapa koloni yang kabur sehingga sedikit mengurangi jumlah produksi. Kendati demikian, kelompok tetap berupaya menjaga kestabilan koloni agar hasil panen dapat meningkat dari waktu ke waktu.

Hasil panen madu saat ini sudah bisa dilakukan setiap 15 hari sekali, namun produksinya masih tergolong sedikit dan belum dijual secara rutin. Untuk mendukung aspek pemasaran, kelompok telah menjalin kerja sama dengan beberapa Usaha Mikro Kecil (UMK) di sekitar wilayah desa, yang telah disetujui dan siap membantu distribusi produk madu ketika produksi sudah stabil.
Dari sisi kelembagaan, anggota KTH Pematang Kulim menunjukkan komitmen dan kerja sama yang baik. Tugas dan tanggung jawab telah dibagi secara jelas-mulai dari perawatan lebah, pemberian pakan, proses panen, hingga pemasaran hasil madu. Pembagian tugas yang teratu ini menjadi salah satu faktor penting dalam menjaga keberlanjutan usaha,

Secara keseluruhan, kegiatan pengembangan bisnis setup lebah madu di Desa Pematang Kulim telah memberikan dampak positif bagi kelompok dan masyarakat. Pengetahuan dan keterampilan dalam beternak lebah semakin meningkat, kerja sama pemasaran telah terbangun, dan produksi madu mulai berjalan meskipun masih terbatas. Dengan adanya dukungan berkelanjutan dan semangat gotong royong anggota kelompok, usaha lebah madu ini berpotensi tumbuh menjadi sumber pendapatan yang berkelanjutan dan menjadi contoh sukses bagi desa-desa lain dalam mengembangkan potensi lokal secara mandiri dan ramah lingkungan.

Jambi – Jambi Province has become one of the recipients of the BioCarbon Fund Initiative for Sustainable Forest Landscapes (BioCF ISFL) grant from the World Bank, following East Kalimantan. This program aims to support landscape-based emission reduction, forest conservation, and improve the welfare of communities surrounding forest areas.

The Head of the SNPMU BioCF ISFL Jambi Province, Ir. H. Sepdinal, M.E., stated that all legal entities operating in forest areas have the opportunity to receive performance-based funding or Result-Based Payment (RBP). However, the involvement of Remote Indigenous Communities (KAT) remains hampered by the lack of formal legality.

According to Sepdinal, KATs that do not have a Decree (SK) from the local government cannot receive funds directly. Therefore, KATs located in forest areas must collaborate with area managers such as Forest Management Units (KPH) or National Parks (TN) to receive facilitation and guidance.

Meanwhile, Yunasri Basri from the BioCF Safeguards Division of the Jambi Province ISFL explained that the implementation of the BioCF program must adhere to the World Bank's Environmental and Social Standards, including the protection of indigenous communities, biodiversity conservation, and the preservation of cultural heritage.

For Indigenous Peoples (KAT), program implementation is guided by Ministerial Regulation No. 9 of 2012 and Ministerial Regulation No. 12 of 2015, which divides KAT into three categories based on lifestyle and level of social interaction. However, challenges in the field include limited data and a lack of clarity regarding management areas.

Data from districts and cities show the diverse conditions of KAT. In Merangin Regency, there are 13 SAD groups with 1,267 people, while in Sarolangun there are 507 KAT families, most of whom have settled and have population data.

In Tebo Regency, 1,146 KAT people are spread across nine villages, including the settled Talang Mamak Tribe. Sungai Penuh City and Kerinci Regency are still in the data clarification stage because some indigenous people live around Kerinci Seblat National Park.

In this coordination, it was agreed that the Social Services Agency would be the primary data custodian for the KAT (Village-based Indigenous Peoples) in each region. The district/city Social Services Agency is responsible for field data collection, while the Jambi Provincial Social Services Agency will coordinate the overall data collection.

Going forward, the regional government, along with stakeholders, will update and validate the KAT data, involving the Forest Management Unit (FMU) and national park managers. This step is expected to ensure that KAT in Jambi Province receive the benefits of the BioCF program fairly, sustainably, and with social justice.

Tangerang, 12 June 2025 - The commitment of Jambi Province in climate action has now entered an important milestone with the completion of the Environmental and Social Due Diligence (ESDD) document for the Jambi Emission Reduction Program (JERP). This document serves as one of the main prerequisites for the Ministry of Environment, Ministry of Forestry, and the Provincial Government of Jambi to access result-based payments (Result-Based Payment/RBP) from the World Bank through the BioCarbon Fund (BioCF) scheme in the Jambi Emission Reduction Program (JERP). Furthermore, this document emphasizes that efforts to reduce carbon emissions in Jambi Province are carried out fairly, transparently, and responsibly concerning social and environmental aspects.
ESDD is not just about emission numbers—it speaks of forests, indigenous communities, small farmers, and the ecological future in Jambi that is sustainable. This document is not merely an administrative requirement. It becomes proof of the province's responsibility towards social and environmental risks, as well as an important stepping stone towards a fair green transition.Thus, the results of the discussion that finalize the draft ESDD document were held in Tangerang, June 11-12. The preparation was carried out by the Jambi local government, the national and subnational Safeguard Team, as well as independent consultants. This activity was also attended by the Director of Climate Change Mitigation of the Ministry of Environment and Forestry, accompanied by the Director of Resource Mobilization for Climate Change Control, and the Chair of the Subnational Project Management Unit (PMU) Jambi.

What is ESDD and What is its Function?
Environmental and Social Due Diligence (ESDD) is an assessment document aimed at evaluating the compatibility of emissions reduction program implementation with environmental and social protection standards. This document serves to: (1) assess compliance with the Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF) and the 10 World Bank safeguard standards (ESS1–ESS10), (2) measure the effectiveness of risk management in the field, (3) identify systemic gaps in program implementation, and (4) determine readiness to receive results-based payments (RBP). ESDD is an important tool to ensure accountability, transparency, and inclusiveness in the climate agenda.

Process of Preparing ESDD Documents
The preparation of the ESDD JERP document has gone through a series of technical and consultative stages, starting from the initial meeting on March 18–19, 2025, which was then reinforced in follow-up sessions on May 14–15, 2025. This process involves stakeholders from various sectors at the national, provincial, and local levels.
This due diligence is not for administrative compliance but is a form of accountability of the Indonesian Government towards the social and environmental impacts arising from the JERP. Therefore, this activity needs to carefully sift through activity data and select 14 sampling activities that represent the overall approach.
This document is prepared based on three main components of the JERP Program outlined in the Emission Reduction Program Document (ERPD), namely: strengthening institutional frameworks and governance policies for forest/land; sustainable forest and land management and strengthening low-emission value chains; and program coordination, safeguard reporting, and grievance redress systems (FGRM). Evaluation of these three components is conducted through a retrospective approach, which includes document reviews, electronic surveys, thematic discussions, and consultations with over 4,300 stakeholders across 11 districts/cities in Jambi Province.
Each component is evaluated based on five main aspects: environmental and social risk management processes, approval mechanisms, stakeholder engagement, budget allocation, and information transparency.

Safeguard Instruments, FPIC, and FGRM
ESDD is also equipped with a Feedback and Grievance Redress Mechanism (FGRM) that allows the community, especially vulnerable groups, women, and indigenous communities, to express complaints transparently and safely. This FGRM becomes an important instrument in ensuring that the principle of Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC) is implemented comprehensively.
The implementation of FPIC has been carried out in 230 villages spread across 10 districts/cities in Jambi Province during the 2022–2024 period, and it serves as an important foundation for the recognition of indigenous people's rights.
In terms of conservation, monitoring activities in areas of high conservation value (High Conservation Value/HCV) have been carried out through regular patrols and the installation of camera traps. Moving forward, these activities will be strengthened into a more effective and structured long-term monitoring system.
It is very important to see ESDD as an instrument for improvement, not just evaluation.
We cannot discuss climate success without addressing social justice. ESDD exists as a guarantor that no party will be sacrificed in the decarbonization agenda.

Strengthening REDD+ Synergy and Green Growth in Jambi
As part of the national REDD+ architecture, the implementation of the Joint Emission Reduction Program (JERP) demonstrates how a jurisdiction-based approach can have a real impact if supported by solid institutions and meaningful community involvement. This program also shows that strong safeguard mechanisms are not only important to meet donor requirements, but also serve as an essential tool to build trust between the government, indigenous communities, and development partners.
On the one hand, the Jambi Environmental Restoration Program (JERP) is also in line with the low-carbon development direction of Jambi Province, which has been outlined in the Green Growth Plan (GGP). The collaboration between local government, international partners, and local actors in the implementation of JERP strengthens the position of GGP as a sustainable development framework at the provincial level. With this synergy, Jambi is not only striving for emission targets but also ensuring that economic development and environmental protection can go hand in hand.

Editorial Note
The finalization of ESDD in Jambi Province marks not just an administrative milestone, but also substantial progress in the implementation of REDD+ safeguard principles in Indonesia. This document reflects how global climate policies can be concretely and operationally translated at the subnational level — by placing the rights of indigenous peoples, the involvement of vulnerable groups, and participatory governance as core foundations.
This success becomes a national learning model that demonstrates that carbon emission reduction programs are not just about numbers, but about ensuring social and environmental sustainability in a balanced way. With an operational grievance mechanism, strengthened legal recognition of customary rights, and the active role of local stakeholders, Jambi has now become one of the most tangible examples of how social justice can be at the heart of climate action. This is a form of green transition that is not only effective but also just.

Sungai Telang Hamlet, Bathin III Ulu District, has become a strategic point in forest and land fire (karhutla) prevention efforts through the construction of a Fire Tower in the 2023 Fiscal Year by the Bungo Forestry and Forestry Ministry (KPHP). Based on field observations, the fire tower is currently in good condition and suitable for monitoring.

The fire tower plays a crucial role in the early detection system for forest fires. Initial hotspots are detected through satellite imagery. However, the satellite's location often requires field verification. The presence of the fire tower helps monitoring teams visually identify hotspot locations from a height, allowing for more accurate fire positioning and a faster response.

The monitoring procedure begins with satellite-based hotspot information, which is then verified directly through observations from the tower. With a visibility radius of approximately 15 kilometers, the tower, built in a hilly area, can cover production forest areas, the Rantau Bayur area, and parts of Kerinci Seblat National Park. This location is considered highly strategic because it provides extensive surveillance coverage of fire-prone areas.

Before the tower was built, officers relied primarily on reports from villagers to identify hotspots. A monitoring tower was also built in the Bukit Terima HTI area, Bungo Regency, but it is currently in a state of disrepair and is no longer actively used.

Field patrols are conducted by teams of 3–5 people per group. This team also involves Fire-Aware Communities (MPA) from surrounding villages. Community participation is considered a key factor in supporting effective fire monitoring and prevention in the area.

However, a major obstacle that still requires attention is the condition of the access road to the tower, which is severely damaged. This damage is caused by heavy vehicle traffic and sticky soil conditions during the rainy season. Furthermore, illegal mining activities in the river area near the tower are suspected of worsening the road condition.

Currently, the fire tower is actively used, especially during the dry season, as part of early forest and land fire prevention efforts. Overall, the fire tower in Sungai Telang Hamlet has proven to be functional and effective in supporting the forest fire monitoring system. However, improving road access is an important task to ensure that monitoring operations can run optimally and sustainably.

The 2022 Coffee Roasting Machine Procurement Program, facilitated by the Bungo Forestry and Food Crops Management Agency (KPHP), has had a positive impact on the Tembesu Patah Social Forestry Business Group (KUPS) in Senamat Ulu Hamlet, Bathin III Ulu District. This assistance is a tangible form of support in encouraging increased added value for coffee, a staple food for the local community.

KUPS Tembesu Patah currently has nine active members, consisting of four women and five men. This group has long been involved in coffee processing and has shown significant progress since receiving program support. With a coffee plantation area of ​​approximately 10 hectares, harvests can be carried out twice a week, ensuring a relatively secure supply of raw materials.

Before receiving the roasting machine, the group was only able to sell coffee as raw beans. This limited the product's selling value, making it dependent on the market price of the raw materials. However, since the roasting machine was installed, the group has begun further processing, including ground coffee. The roasting process is carried out on an order-based basis, with a maximum capacity of five kilograms per batch. The processed coffee is then marketed to local shops at a price of IDR 18,000 per person (100 grams).

The presence of a roasting machine directly increases the product's selling value and encourages group members to be more serious about developing their business. Coffee planting activities have also increased in response to the increasing business opportunities.

In terms of supporting facilities, the group has been utilizing a drying floor facility provided by the Warsi Foundation since 2024 for the drying process of dried coffee. Furthermore, a production house was also built with the support of the same foundation, although the electrical installation is still in the final stages. Currently, the grinding machine has been installed in the production house, while the roasting machine remains at the KUPS Chairperson's house because the production building is not yet fully ready for use.

Despite showing positive progress, KUPS Tembesu Patah still faces several challenges. Access to clean water for production needs remains limited, potentially hampering the processing process. Furthermore, the group acknowledges a limited understanding of processed coffee quality standards, which impacts its ability to compete in the broader market.

Going forward, the group hopes to improve the quality of its product packaging to make it more attractive and meet modern market standards. Further support in the form of training on product quality improvement, marketing strategies, and assistance with fruit tree seedlings for business diversification is also highly anticipated to strengthen the group's economic independence.

The provision of roasting machines has proven to encourage farmer groups to process coffee beans into ground coffee, thereby increasing the added value and selling price of their products. This has also increased the farmers' enthusiasm for developing their businesses.

Tebing Tinggi Uleh Village, Tanah Tumbuh District, was the location for the 2024 Post-Harvest Technical Guidance (Bimtek) for Fiscal Year 2024, facilitated by the Food Crops, Horticulture, and Plantation Service (DTPHP). This activity focused on increasing the capacity of farmer groups in managing rice harvests to ensure they are more organized, efficient, and provide better economic value.

Currently, the rice storage system is still carried out independently in the homes of each farmer group member. The variety being cultivated is Afari rice, with a planting cycle from seed to harvest lasting approximately 3 months and 10 days. Although cultivation practices have been quite successful, post-harvest management was previously rudimentary and not yet standardized.

In a discussion session with resource persons, the farmer groups conveyed several challenges they still face in the field. Limited storage facilities are a major issue, preventing collective harvest management. Furthermore, the lack of vehicles for transporting harvests, such as three-wheeled motorcycles, complicates the distribution process from fields to storage sites and to buyers. This group also does not have a rice huller, so the processing of unhusked rice into rice still depends on other parties.

Nevertheless, the implementation of the Technical Guidance (Bimtek) has had a significant positive impact. Farmer group members acknowledged that after participating in the training, their storage and post-harvest management systems have become more organized. More careful handling of unhusked rice to maintain quality has resulted in improved yields. New knowledge regarding drying, storage, and harvest management techniques is considered very helpful in minimizing yield losses and maintaining stable selling prices.

In terms of productivity, the farmer group in Tebing Tinggi Uleh Village manages 20 hectares of land, divided proportionally among its members. Each hectare can produce approximately 6–7 tons of rice per harvest. Harvests are held twice a year, in June and December. The harvest is sold as unhusked rice at an average price of around Rp6,500 per kilogram, and the management is carried out directly by each member.

With these achievements, rice productivity in this region is considered quite high and has the potential to continue increasing if supported by adequate facilities and infrastructure.

As a follow-up, the farmer group hopes for the continuation of the Technical Guidance program in the coming years, including support for agricultural production facilities. For 2025, the group has received an allocation of 4 quintals of seeds from the relevant agency and received uniforms as part of the Technical Guidance activities. This assistance is expected to further motivate group members to improve performance and strengthen farmer institutions.

Through synergy between the local government and the farmer group, it is hoped that the post-harvest management system in Tebing Tinggi Uleh Village can continue to develop, thereby improving farmer welfare and strengthening regional food security.

Muaro Jambi – Amidst the growing trend of sustainable agricultural development, Nyogan Village in Mestong District, Muaro Jambi Regency, has become a shining light in efforts to increase the productivity of smallholder crops. Through a program from the Jambi Province Food Crops, Horticulture, and Livestock Service (TPHP), the Karya Abadi Farmers Group received concrete support to increase its capacity in animal feed and compost processing.

Training and Equipment Assistance: The Beginning of Change

In the 2024 fiscal year, the TPHP Service held a Technical Guidance (Bimtek) for members of the Karya Abadi Farmers Group. This training provided not only knowledge but also practical skills on how to process animal feed into silage, as well as how to utilize livestock and plantation waste to create organic compost.

In addition to training, this group also received assistance with facilities and infrastructure, including a granulator, a cultivator, forage seeds such as odot and indigofera, and various other supporting equipment. With this support, the farming group began producing feed and compost for their own needs and those of the surrounding community.

From Waste to Fertilizer: Innovation Amidst Limitations

After participating in the technical guidance, group members were able to independently process livestock waste (manure, urine, leftover feed) and plantation waste (palm fronds and waste) into compost and forage for livestock. While compost production is still small-scale, it is sufficient to meet the group's needs and is sold in limited quantities to the village community.

Strikingly, the quality of the compost produced was tested at the Jambi Ministry of Agriculture's BSIP soil laboratory. The results were quite good, although the nitrogen (N) content was found to be low—an element that is crucial for the growth of oil palms, which are widely cultivated in the area.

Field Challenges: Livestock Diseases and Lack of Raw Materials

Despite showing progress, the Karya Abadi Farmers Group's journey has not been without obstacles. One serious problem is the dwindling livestock population. From an initial 12, only two remain. Diseases such as scabies and Jembrana are the main causes of livestock deaths.

Furthermore, the lack of permanent pens in surrounding villages makes collecting livestock manure for compost difficult. Without an adequate waste supply, compost production is hampered.

As a solution, the group is trying to innovate by using solid factory waste as an alternative raw material. This method has been used twice, but it faces challenges in mobilizing oil palm fronds, which requires proper transportation.

Seedlings Not Growing Optimally: Dry Season a Barrier

Other efforts to support animal feed production, such as planting odot grass and indigofera, have also not been optimal. Seedling assistance provided during the dry season resulted in very low germination rates—only around 30% for odot, while indigofera almost completely dried up.

The Way Forward: Further Support Needed

Despite facing a number of obstacles, the enthusiasm of the farmers in Nyogan Village remains high. They have demonstrated that with proper training and adequate tools, waste processing can become a productive resource that supports local agricultural and livestock activities.

However, to maintain sustainability, additional support is needed in the form of:

• Preventive livestock health care,

• Assistance with collective pens to facilitate waste collection,

• Improving seed distribution times according to the planting season,

• And logistical support for raw material mobilization.

Nyogan Village is proof that when farmers are equipped with the knowledge, tools, and mentoring, they can become agents of change for sustainable agriculture—even though the path they take remains challenging.

Bio Carbon Fund - ISFL Jambi - Jambi Governor Al Haris emphasized the importance of program synchronization between the central and regional governments in order to sharpen and align central and regional programs in the same direction in Development. He conveyed this assertion when attending the Development Planning Meeting (Musrenbang) for the Jambi Province Medium-Term Development Plan (RPJMD) for 2025-2029, held at the Swiss Bell Hotel, Jambi City, Wednesday (21/05/2025). Before the Musrenbang began, Governor Al Haris directly checked the attendance of the regents/mayors one by one and immediately gave a stern warning to the regents who were absent and only sent their representatives. According to Governor Al Haris, because this Musrenbang activity is very important, at least the regents/mayors who are unable to attend can send a deputy regent/deputy mayor.
"This Musrenbang is very important to synchronize the work program activities of the district to the center so that they can be in line. Because the Government is making simultaneous Pilkada to align district, provincial and national programs," said Governor Al Haris. 

Governor Al Haris said, one of the stages of the preparation of the RPJMD regulated in the Regulation of the Minister of Home Affairs Number 86 of 2017 concerning Procedures for Planning, Controlling and Evaluation of Regional Development, Procedures for Evaluation of Draft Regional Regulations on RPJPD and RPJMD, and Procedures for Amendments to RPJPD, RPJMD and RKPD is the Musrenbang RPJMD. 

"The Musrenbang RPJMD for 2025-2029 is an important momentum for the development of Jambi Province for the next five years, because it is a medium for sharpening, aligning, clarifying and agreeing on the goals, targets, strategies, policy directions, and regional development programs that have been formulated in the initial draft of the RPJMD," said Governor Al Haris.
On that occasion, Governor Al Haris explained the macro conditions of Jambi Province. In 2024, Jambi's economy grew by 4.51 percent, and amidst global uncertainty, Jambi's economy continued to grow quite well in the first quarter of 2025 by 4.55 percent compared to the first quarter of 2024 (year on year). In this quarter, growth occurred in all business sectors, except for the construction sector which contracted by 0.83 percent. Meanwhile, the structure of Jambi Province's GRDP did not show significant changes, still dominated by the agriculture, forestry and fisheries business sector by 34.11 percent, and the mining and excavation business sector by 13.83 percent. 

"The Open Unemployment Rate in February 2025 was at 4.48 percent or the same as in August 2024. However, the number of working population increased by 26.3 thousand people compared to February 2024 or increased by 1.48 percent," explained Governor Al Haris. 

"For the percentage of poor people, we have succeeded in reducing it from 7.58 percent in March 2023 to 7.26 percent in September 2024. Improvements in most of these macro indicators cannot be separated from the success of Jambi Province in controlling the inflation rate at around 1.43 percent in 2024 and inflation until April 2025 of 2.1 percent (year to date)," he continued.
Governor Al Haris, referring to the strategic issues and the Vision of JAMBI MANTAP Competitive and Sustainable in 2029 under the Ridho of Allah SWT, there are three missions that will be implemented. "There are three missions that will be implemented, (1) Strengthening Effective and Efficient Governance, (2) Strengthening Regional Competitiveness and Productivity in the Fields of Agriculture, Trade, Industry and Tourism, and (3) strengthening sustainable development and quality of human resources," said Governor Al Haris. 

"The first mission aims to realize accountable, transparent and adaptive governance. While the second mission aims to increase regional competitiveness by optimizing superior sectors. While the third mission has two objectives, namely the first is to realize a low-carbon economic system, efficient in the use of resources, and socially inclusive, and the second is to realize quality, cultured and gender-equal human resources," he continued.
Furthermore, Governor Al Haris also said that in the future there are 12 priority programs that will be implemented in the next five years, namely (1) Bureaucratic Reform, (2) Digitalization of public services, (3) Increasing Regional Fiscal Capacity, (4) Development of Areas and Infrastructure in the Agricultural, Trade, Industry and Tourism Sectors, (5) Development of Start Up Ecosystems, Technological Innovation and Digital Transformation of MSME and Cooperative Products, (6) Increasing Agricultural Land Productivity to Support Village and Regional Food Barns, (7) Development of the Sengeti Tungkal Sabak Strategic Area or SENTUSA as a Fast Growing Area, (8) Facilitating the Acceleration of Energy Security to Support Strategic Areas, (9) Accelerating the Development of Regional Transportation Logistics Systems, (10) Strengthening the Primary Health System and Improving the Quality of Education, (11) The Jambi Advance Network Program abbreviated as PRO-JAMBI, and (12) Reducing GHG Emissions Towards Net Zero Emissions.
"Specifically for PRO JAMBI, this program is a Quick Wins in an effort to accelerate the reduction of development inequality and poverty reduction which will be carried out every year during our leadership. This program will be implemented by the Regional Apparatus for menus that are the authority of the Provincial Government, as well as in the form of financial assistance for menus that are not the authority of the Provincial Government. The first menu is Pro Jambi Cerdas with educational assistance activities for high school/vocational school students from underprivileged families, and S1, S2 and S3 scholarships for the public, as well as vocational education in partnership with Institutions/Business Worlds both domestically and abroad," said Governor Al Haris.
In addition, Governor Al Haris also revealed, the second menu is Pro Jambi Healthy, including BPJS health subsidies for poor families, nutritional assistance for pregnant women, toddlers and adolescents, and a healthy living community movement. The third menu is Pro Jambi Tangguh, including home renovation, working capital assistance for MSMEs/Home Industries/start-ups/millennials, assistance for agricultural, livestock, plantation, fisheries and forestry infrastructure, operational assistance for traditional institutions, increasing life skills for millennials/Gen Z ready to work, job fairs or stable competitive job exchanges, work accident insurance and death insurance for Vulnerable Workers, and 2 percent cheap credit for farmers, fishermen and traditional market traders. The fourth menu is Pro Jambi Responsif, in the form of assistance for the disabled, abandoned children, the elderly and the socially disadvantaged, incentives for Babinsa/Babinkamtibmas, forming a BERSINAR Village or Drug-Free Village and the Lapor Wak DUL channel (Wo Haris and Pak Dul) which collects aspirations and public complaint services.

"The last menu is Pro Jambi Agamis, in the form of honorariums for religious employees, religious teachers and Madrasah Diniyah Takmiliyah and Islamic Boarding Schools, honorariums for sub-district Dai, free umrah assistance for religious teachers, Quran memorizers and outstanding religious employees, and the one village one Quran memorizer program," said Governor Al Haris. 

Governor Al Haris also invited all regents/mayors throughout Jambi Province to commit together to achieving the development targets of Jambi Province. The same commitment is also for all Heads of Regional Apparatus within the Jambi Provincial Government. "We all must be more intensive in coordinating with the Central Government, including coordination between us in the Jambi Provincial Government and the Regency/City Governments throughout Jambi Province and other stakeholders, so that the development we carry out can synergize, have leverage, and provide the greatest possible benefits to the community," concluded Governor Al Haris.

Meanwhile, the Deputy Minister of Home Affairs (Wamendagri) of the Republic of Indonesia, Bima Arya Sugiarto in his remarks strongly supported the Governor's reprimand to the two regional heads who did not send their deputies with a stern warning, because they were not present and were not represented by their deputy regents to attend the 2025-2029 Jambi RPJMD Musrenbang. "The discipline shown by Governor Al Haris to the regents is what was instilled in the retreat from ministers to governors. That is what the regents/mayors must understand to tidy up our bureaucracy," said Wamendagri Bima Arya. 

Bima Arya also explained that President Prabowo was inspired by the Chinese reformist figure, Deng Xiaoping. The figure is known to have succeeded in driving significant changes in his country to become one of the countries with the largest economic power in the world. It is hoped that this spirit can also be possessed by leaders in Indonesia. "I invite you to understand the President's way of thinking before we tinker with the RPJMD and so on," he explained. 

In this Musrenbang, Governor Al Haris and Chairman of the Jambi Provincial DPRD M. Hafiz also witnessed the signing of the Agreement on the Minutes of the Musrenbang RPJMD Jambi Province for 2025-2029 by the regents/mayors throughout Jambi Province.

Bungo – The Bungo Forest Management Unit (UPTD) of the Bungo Forest Management Unit (KPHP) conducted monitoring and oversight activities for the 2025 BioCF ISFL Program as part of efforts to improve forest sustainability, reduce deforestation rates, and promote community welfare through sustainable forest management.

Various strategic activities were implemented throughout 2025, covering aspects of forest protection, conflict resolution, area rehabilitation, and strengthening community economies based on social forestry.

Regular Patrols and Community Patrols

To reduce deforestation and forest degradation, the Bungo Forest Management Unit (KPH) intensified routine patrols in several areas prone to encroachment and forest fires. These activities also involved local communities through community patrols.

As a result, there was a decrease in deforestation rates compared to the 2020–2023 period and a reduction in the number of hotspots and fires in the target areas. Furthermore, community participation in the community-based monitoring system increased.

Increasing Public Awareness

Forest fire prevention efforts were strengthened through outreach activities, conservation training, and campaigns in vulnerable areas. Community groups were also encouraged to actively monitor and report fires.

This program has resulted in a total of 487,903 hectares of sustainably managed natural forest. The number of hotspots has decreased significantly, accompanied by increased community awareness and involvement in forest protection.

Resolving Tenure Conflicts

To address land tenure conflicts in forest areas, the Bungo Forest Management Unit (KPH Bungo) applies a mediation and participatory mapping approach. Throughout 2025, two tenurial conflict cases were successfully resolved through conflict mapping, and two mediation sessions were conducted to mitigate land disputes.

This dialogue- and data-based approach is considered effective in creating solutions acceptable to all parties.

Area Rehabilitation and Agroforestry Development

The rehabilitation program has demonstrated positive results. Twenty hectares of critical land have been reforested through planting and maintenance, while 742 hectares have experienced reduced levels of degradation.

Sixteen rehabilitation coaching and monitoring activities have been conducted to ensure the program's sustainability. A one-hectare agroforestry demonstration plot has also been established as a model for integrated community-based management.

Community Economic Development

To improve the welfare of residents living around the forest, the KPH Bungo is developing businesses based on non-timber forest products (NTFPs) through the formation and strengthening of Social Forestry Business Groups (KUPS).

Capacity-building training has been provided to assisted groups, and partnerships have been established between community groups and the private sector. Several groups have even reached supply contract agreements with business partners to expand market access.

Seedling Provision and Digital Market Access

To support agroforestry and rehabilitation activities, the Bungo Forest Management Unit (KPH Bungo) provided quality seedlings for 20 hectares of community land, which were distributed to forest farmer groups.

In addition, digital marketing training was provided to improve the competitiveness of social forestry products. This step is expected to open wider market opportunities and create new sources of income for the community.

Conclusion

Based on the evaluation results, the implementation of the 2025 BioCF ISFL Program in the Bungo Forest Management Unit (KPH Bungo) demonstrated significant achievements in reducing deforestation and fire hotspots, resolving land tenure conflicts, increasing forest cover, and strengthening the community economy.

Through synergy between the government, communities, and the private sector, this program is a concrete step towards realizing sustainable forest management in the Bungo region.

The world is currently facing a major challenge in maintaining a balance between economic development and environmental sustainability. Indonesia, as one of the world's most biodiverse countries, has a major responsibility in the global effort to reduce carbon emissions and conserve its natural resources. One initiative that provides hope for the future of sustainable development in Indonesia is the BioCarbon Fund Initiative for Sustainable Forest Landscapes (BioCF-ISFL) program implemented in Jambi.

BioCF-ISFL is one of the World Bank's programs that aims to support sustainable forest land management with a holistic approach. This program not only aims to reduce deforestation and land degradation, but also to improve the welfare of communities living around forest areas. This is why the program is highly relevant to the concept of sustainable development that includes economic, social, and environmental aspects. Jambi was chosen as the location for the program implementation because the province has rich forests that are one of the main pillars of the Sumatran ecosystem. However, the land in this province is also one of the largest contributors to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions due to deforestation and forest degradation. Through this program, the Government of Indonesia is committed to reducing emissions as much as possible, a move that will not only impact the local environment but also the global one.

The implementation of the project is divided into several phases, with the pre-investment phase taking place in 2021-2025 being an important first step. In this phase, important interventions are made to strengthen institutions and policies related to sustainable land management. The goal is clear: to encourage changes at the policy level and implementation on the ground to be more aligned with emission reduction efforts. One indicator of the success of this program is the area of land that is managed sustainably.

In the first semester of 2024, 268,630 hectares of land in Jambi have been managed with an approach oriented towards emission reduction. Although this figure has not yet reached the 2025 end target, this achievement shows that landscape management efforts in Jambi Province are already on the right track. This management includes reforestation, land restoration, and sustainable forest management that involves various parties, including the private sector. However, the implementation of this project is not without challenges. Tenurial issues, land use conflicts, and forest fires are still challenges that need to be overcome.

One of the solutions proposed in the report is the implementation of social and environmental safeguards, as well as map-based conflict resolution mechanisms. These measures, although complex, are expected to ease land tenure conflicts that are often the source of deforestation problems. On the other hand, the program must also ensure that the benefit sharing mechanism (benefit & sharing & plan) works well. Through this mechanism, the Government is trying to ensure that the benefits of emission reductions are not only felt by the Government, but also by local communities who are most vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. Active participation from communities around forests and conservation areas is key to the success of this program. One thing that should be appreciated from the implementation of this project is the involvement of the private sector in the implementation of more sustainable land management practices.

In the first semester of 2024, 11 companies from the plantation sector have committed to support the emission reduction program in Jambi Province. This collaboration between the government, private sector, and community is expected to accelerate the achievement of emission reduction targets in the province. Not only that, the government also encourages companies to utilize the CSR (corporate social responsibility) forum as a platform to contribute to environmental programs that have an impact on emission reduction. This creates a mutually beneficial symbiosis between the Government, companies, and communities.

One of the advantages of the BioCF-ISFL program in Jambi is its integrative approach. The program involves various parties, including the local government, local communities, and the private sector, to work together in managing natural resources wisely. This shows that forest conservation and community welfare need not be seen as contradictory. Instead, they can complement each other. The program essentially provides incentives to local communities to protect forests, while encouraging them to develop environmentally friendly livelihoods. For example, farmers are taught sustainable agricultural practices that do not damage the forest, such as agroforestry and cultivating high-value crops without having to clear new land. This not only reduces pressure on the forest, but also increases the community's income.

One of the main objectives of the program is to reduce carbon emissions from deforestation and land degradation. Tropical forests in Indonesia, including in Jambi, have great potential as natural carbon sinks. By keeping forests intact, it is possible to reduce the amount of carbon emissions released into the atmosphere while helping to stabilize global climate change. In practice, this effort is not just about reducing emissions. The BioCF-ISFL program also provides a clear example that sustainable development does not have to come at the expense of economic growth. In fact, through a green economy approach, it can create new opportunities for communities around forest areas. From ecotourism to carbon trading, a variety of new economic opportunities can open up if everyone keeps the ecosystem healthy.

The future implementation of the BioCF-ISFL program in Jambi is expected to be an inspiration for other provinces in Indonesia that also have similar problems in terms of forest and land management. A collaborative approach, involving various stakeholders, is the key to the success of this program. Thus, other local governments can learn from Jambi's experience in implementing sustainable development based on environmental preservation. On the other hand, communities across Indonesia can start to become more aware of the important role forests play in maintaining ecological and climate balance. The more people who understand the importance of protecting forests, the greater the support for conservation efforts across the country. This is because this initiative is not just an environmental project, but a clear proof that sustainable development can be achieved through strong cooperation between the government, the community, and the private sector. More than that, this program is a platform for Jambi to collectively realize the broader thinking of how all can live in harmony with nature without having to sacrifice economic growth.

The success of this program, later in Jambi, can be the foundation for Indonesia in achieving global climate targets while strengthening Indonesia's position as one of the countries with a strong commitment to sustainable development. In the next few years, the biggest challenge is to ensure that policy changes and practices on the ground are sustainable. Policy reforms that support environmental sustainability should be further encouraged, not only at the provincial level but also at the district and city levels. The implementation of the One Map policy in Jambi Province must also be accelerated. Synchronizing geospatial data across different levels of government will help reduce overlapping land use that is often a source of conflict. The Jambi Provincial Government, with support from the Central Government and NGOs, should ensure that all parties can access and utilize this data transparently.

This ISFL BioCF project demonstrates that cross-sector collaboration is essential for sustainable landscape management. The government, private sector, communities and academics must continue to work together to achieve the emission targets that have been set. Not only for local interests, but also as Indonesia's contribution in maintaining global climate balance.