Taru Wangi attended Konferensi Nasional Minyak Atsiri (KNMA) 2026 in Tangerang from 2 to 4 November. Organised by Dewan Atsiri Indonesia (DAI), the event brought together people and organisations from across Indonesia’s essential oil industry.

This year’s theme focused on innovation in cultivation and production. The discussions explored how technology and research can help make Indonesian essential oils more sustainable and competitive in global markets.

Sharing Knowledge and Experiences

KNMA 2026 provided a space for participants to exchange ideas through discussions with industry experts, research presentations, and visits to ParagonCorp and the National Research and Innovation Agency of Indonesia (BRIN RI) in Serpong. The programme also included a workshop on physical testing for essential oil export quality.

For us, one of the most valuable parts of KNMA was meeting people from different parts of the industry. It was good to catch up with familiar faces and get to know new people. We also had the chance to hear about the work of other businesses, researchers, and organisations. Each has its own focus and approach, but many share the same goal: helping Indonesia’s essential oil industry grow and reach more international markets.

Sharing Our Sustainability Initiatives

Taru Wangi also shared two posters at KNMA 2026, introducing our ongoing sustainability initiatives: Soil Biorehabilitation and the development of the N9 “Nilam Kaca” patchouli variety. Soil Biorehabilitation explores ways to restore former mining land for agricultural use. Meanwhile, the Nilam Kaca project focuses on developing a patchouli variety through research and field collaboration with Universitas Padjadjaran (UNPAD).

Both projects address challenges in patchouli cultivation. They are part of our ongoing efforts to explore better approaches for the future of the industry. Sharing these initiatives at KNMA gave us a chance to introduce our work and exchange ideas with others who are also working towards more sustainable essential oil production.

Connecting with Our Work at Taru Wangi

Our work starts with direct partnerships with patchouli farmers. From there, we refine the oil and develop different patchouli products at our facility in Yogyakarta to meet various market needs. Many of the topics discussed at KNMA are closely related to what we do every day. They include cultivation, research, production, and the needs of international markets.

Taking part in the event allowed us to share our experiences and learn from others. It was also a reminder that the development of Indonesia’s essential oil industry depends on the efforts of many people and organisations, each contributing in their own way.

Thank you to Dewan Atsiri Indonesia for organising KNMA 2026 and bringing the industry together. We are glad to have been part of it and look forward to seeing everyone again at KNMA 2027 in Lampung.