Traveldiva – In the context of the current climate where sustainability is a major concern, The coffee industry faces the challenge of maintaining a balance between productivity and ecological responsibility. Roemah Indonesia BV is proud to participate in the Amsterdam Coffee Festival 2024, that lasted from 4 to 6 April. This year's festival theme, “Innovation and Sustainability in Coffee Production,” highlighting the different approaches taken by manufacturers Indonesian coffee in facing this challenge, including agroforestry practices.
Agroforestry is an agricultural system in which food crops and forestry crops are grown together on the same land. Although not all of the coffee on display at this festival is cultivated through agroforestry, The presence of this event reflects the innovative spirit of Indonesian coffee farmers and the various sustainable practices they implement in the archipelago. This festival will be a forum for sharing various Indonesian coffee cultivation methods, as well as increasing Indonesia's awareness of environmental issues and social equality.
Amsterdam Coffee Festival 2024 will also highlight the important role of micro-enterprises, small, and secondary (UMKM) as well as small farmers in the Indonesian coffee industry. With a focus on growing export opportunities, this event aligns with our sponsor's vision, including Pertamina, BNI, Toba Pulp Sustainable, BCA, Green, Buy-Various, Classic Beans, and Coffee Atmosphere. The partnership with Roemah Indonesia BV shows a shared commitment to empowering local communities, encourage economic growth, and promoting sustainable practices in the global coffee industry.
other than that, Roemah Indonesia BV continues to support the Prosperous Coffee Commodity program managed by the PMO Kopi Nusantara Ministry of BUMN. This program aims to improve the quality and productivity of Indonesian coffee and ensure sustainable development from upstream to downstream. This initiative emphasizes the important role of BUMN in supporting Indonesia's coffee and agricultural industry as a whole.
By gathering various coffee industry stakeholders, from farmers to financial institutions, Roemah Indonesia BV aims to create a collaborative environment that not only showcases the exceptional quality of Indonesian coffee, but also encourage dialogue on sustainability, innovation, and export opportunities. This initiative is a step forward in ensuring that the Indonesian coffee industry can thrive in the changing global landscape, without compromising environmental integrity or social responsibility.
This event would not have been possible without the full role and support of the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia – The Hague, Netherlands.
Join the Amsterdam Coffee Festival 2024 to explore the resilience and creativity of Indonesian coffee, celebrating the achievements of our farmers and entrepreneurs, and discover the many ways the coffee community is working towards a sustainable future.
