Timika – The year 2025 marks an important milestone in the journey of Amungme Gold Coffee, with the launch of two new variants - Robusta and Blend - while also introducing new packaging that looks fresher and more modern.
However, this moment is not just a product launch. It is a symbol of the perseverance, passion, and commitment of local farmers, who have come a long way since 1998. At that time, Arabica coffee cultivation was introduced to the Amungme people through the Amungme Agroforestry (AFF) program. More than two decades later, this hard work has resulted in proud innovations.
The new product and packaging launch event was organized by the Amungme Gold Coffee Producers Cooperative (KPAGC) and supported by PT Freeport Indonesia (PTFI) and the Mimika Regency Government, at the Horison Diana Hotel on June 5, 2025. The event was also coupled with the KPAGC Members Meeting, which discussed business development strategies through product diversification and market expansion.
The Members’ Meeting also agreed on te distribution of SHU amounting to Rp574,4 million which will be distributed to active cooperative members.
"Something that is instant will run out quickly. But something built from a long and right process will last longer and work better," said Nathan Kum, SVP Sustainable Development PTFI, encouraging all KPAGC members.
The Mimika Regency Government expressed full support for this initiative as part of efforts to strengthen the economy of local communities and the promotion of regional superior products.
"In principle, the local government will always support every community effort. We are grateful to PTFI. If we think about it, this cooperative has gone through struggles and challenges that are not easy," said Evert Hindom, Assistant III of the Mimika Regency Secretariat.
Currently, Amungme Gold Coffee is managed by local Amungme farmers who live around the mining area, such as Heoya, Arwanop, Tsinga, Waa/Banti, and Jila Villages with a total land area of 38 hectares, involving 162 farmers, and an annual production of 1.7 tons of coffee beans.
- The Arabica variant comes from highland areas (1,000-2,000m above sea level) such as Tsinga, Hoea, Aroanop, and Waa Banti, with flavors that tend to be sour.
- The Robusta variant is grown in lowlands (200-800m above sea level) such as Agimuga, Jila, and Timika (SP7), as well as other areas in Papua, such as Serui, which produce a more bitter flavour.
- The Blend variant is a combination of Arabica and Robusta, so it has a balanced flavour (Sour + Bitter).
With the launch of this new variant and more attractive packaging, PTFI hopes to foster a new spirit among the assisted farmers.
"In the future, there will be land expansion and increased coffee production from Amungme villages," said Arnoldus Sanadi, Group Leader Highland Agricultural Development.
John Murib, Liaison Officer of PTFI's MSME Development Program, also added his hope "We hope that this new variant can increase the profit of the cooperative, if profits increase, then the welfare of members will also increase. This will be a motivation to continue producing quality products," he concluded.
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