The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), Representatives from the Provincial Government, and partner universities from West Nusa Tenggara gather at UTS. In this opportunity, all parties discuss the importance of certified organic farming, as a tool to achieve sustainable development in the area. UNIDO started working on several projects on the neighboring island of Lombok and hopefully, these projects will expand and reach Sumbawa island. UTS sees the importance of agriculture as a key role in the economic and cultural development of the communities. Agriculture has undergone significant changes since, and it continues to play a fundamental role in economic, environmental, and social development, both in developing and developed countries. 

One of UNIDO’s special guests Mr. Ralph Liebing-International an Expert on Agri-food and Tourism Linkages during the meeting described; “Organic agriculture is a production system that sustains the health of soils, ecosystems, and people. It relies on ecological processes, biodiversity and cycles adapted to local conditions, rather than the use of inputs with adverse effects. Organic agriculture combines tradition, innovation, and science to benefit the shared environment and promote fair relationships and good quality of life for all involved.” Without doubts, Ralph Liebing inspired those who were present to work together to contribute to sustainable solutions.