P&G Center for Sustainable Small-owners
Introduction &
Sustainability Journey
Discover the journey of the P&G Center for Sustainable Smallholders (CSS) and explore how we support smallholders, advance sustainable practices, and create lasting impact across the palm oil sector.
CSS Highlights
About Us
Driven by Purpose
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P&G Smallholder Program
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Mission
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CSS Sustainability Principles
People
Social
CSS Social Pillar incorporates stakeholders’ engagement. Awareness training through the RSPO Smallholders Trainer Academy.
Planet
Environment
CSS Environment Pillar incorporates the P&G Forest Commodity Policy and RSPO Independent Smallholder Standard (RISS).
Prosperity
Economic
CSS Economic Pillar incorporates livelihood improvement through yield intensification and providing smallholder credits through RISS.
Our Work
Another CSS Initiative
CSS established Pertubuhan Petani Niaga (PERTANIAGA), an independent smallholder farmer association to empower the smallholder community in August 2021. PERTANIAGA became the first independent smallholder association in Malaysia to achieve the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) Independent Smallholder Standard 2019 (ISH Standard) certification.
PERTANIAGA’s mission is to support independent smallholder farmers in sustainable oil palm production by achieving certification and compliance through RSPO training, which help them to improve the quality and yield of their palm oil, thus connecting them better to local and international markets.
(Registered under the Registration of Societies Malaysia on 26 May 2020, PERTANIAGA is an association owned 100% by the Independent Smallholders under the supply chain of oil palm suppliers for Bingan Jaya Sdn. Bhd. PERTANIAGA is an RSPO Member under the Ordinary-Oil Palm Growers category (approved in December 2020).
Events Calendar
| Title | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|
| PERTANIAGA's 4th AGM | Event | 21-Dec-24 |
| PPK Ayer Baloi (SST) (Open Booth) | Training | 07-Aug-25 |
| CC: Mega Training G5A + G5B (Mock Audit) | Training | 10-Nov-24 |
| CC: Mega Training G5A + G5B (Mock Audit) | Training | 09-Nov-24 |
| CI: Non-Lefa Training (Batu Pahat area) | Training | 21-Nov-24 |
| LI: Trainer Visit (Oil palm management) | Visit | 12-Nov-24 |
| CI: Lefa Training (Batu Pahat area) | Training | 24-Oct-24 |
| CI: Non-Lefa Online Class | Training | 02-Oct-24 |
| CI: Non-Lefa Training (Rengit &Pontian area) | Training | 14-Oct-24 |
| CC: Mega Training G5B (Vol 1 | Training | 21-Sep-24 |
| CC: Mega Training G5A (Vol 2) | Training | 08-Sep-24 |
| CC: Mega Training G5A (Vol 2) | Training | 07-Sep-24 |
| CI: Lefa Training (Pontian area) | Training | 12-Sep-24 |
| CI: Lefa Training (Rengit area) | Training | 22-Aug-24 |
| CC: Mega Training G5B (Vol 1) | Training | 10-Aug-24 |
| CI: Lefa Online Class | Training | 08-Aug-24 |
| CC: RISS External Audit - Extension & Surveillance | Audit | 27-Sep-24 |
| CC: RISS External Audit - Extension & Surveillance | Audit | 26-Jul-24 |
| CC RISS External Audit - Extension & Surveillance | Audit | 25-Jul-24 |
| CC RISS External Audit - Extension & Surveillance | Audit | 24-Jul-24 |
| CC RISS External Audit - Extension & Surveillance | Audit | 23-Jul-24 |
| PPK Ayer Baloi (SST) | Open Booth | 07-Aug-25 |
| CI Lefa Training (Batu Pahat area) | Training | 13-Jun-24 |
| LI Trainer Visit (Fertilizer manufacturing sites) | Visit | 06-Jun-24 |
| CC Mega Training G1+G2+G3A+G3B+G4 (Survelliance Training) | Training | 26-May-24 |
| CC: Mega Training G1+G2+G3A+G3B+G4 (Survelliance Training) | Training | 25-May-24 |
| CI: Lefa Training (Pontian area) | Training | 21-May-24 |
| CC: Mega Training G5a (Vol 2) | Training | 28-Apr-24 |
| CC: Mega Training G5a (Vol 2) | Training | 27-Apr-24 |
| TVDF: Diffusion Training Series 2 with PPK Simpang 5. Topic: Fertilizer Selection and Sustainable Palm Oil | Training | 07-Feb-24 |
| CC Mega Training G5A (Vol 1) | Training | 02-Feb-24 |
| TVDF: Diffusion Training Series 1 with PPK Simpang 5. | Training | 29-Feb-24 |
| CI Lefa Training (Rengit area) | Training | 28-Feb-24 |
| TVTPP: Training on FFB Quality Improvement & Grading at Perniagaan Bingan Jaya | Training | 27-Feb-24 |
| LI : Trainer Visit (Integration crop) | Visit | 22-Feb-24 |
| TVDF: Diffusion Training with KEMAJU Simpang Renggam Branch. | Training | 22-Feb-24 |
| CI: Lefa Online Class | Training | 20-Feb-24 |
| PERTANIAGA's AGM | Event | 17-Feb-24 |
| TVDF: Study Visit to FGV Jengka, Pahang with PPK PT Raja DF ISHs | Training | 06-Feb-24 |
| TVDF: Study Visit to FGV Jengka, Pahang with PPK PT Raja DF ISHs | Visit | 05-Feb-24 |
| TVDF: Diffusion Training Series 1 with KEMAJU PT Tgh Sri Aman. Topic: Fertilizer Selection and Supply Chain | Training | 14-Jan-24 |
| CI Non-Lefa Online Class | Training | 19-Jan-24 |
| TVDF: Diffusion Training Series 2 with PPK Senggarang. Topic: Fertilizer Selection and Sustainable Palm Oil | Training | 18-Jan-24 |
| TVDF: Introduction to GAP and Sustainable Palm Oil with PPK Benut Management and Head Unit (Engagement Session) | Training | 11-Nov-24 |
| TVDF: Introduction Session with Pertubuhan Peladang Negeri Johor (PPNJ) - 8.00 AM (engagement session) | Training | 04-Jan-24 |
| CI Non-Lefa Training (Rengit &Pontian area) | Training | 30-Jan-24 |
| Visit to Fortasbi 2. TVDF: Invited to open booth for PPNJ Peladang Agro Outlet Opening Ceremony | Visit | 23-Jan-24 |
| TVDF: Diffusion Training Series 2 with KEMAJU Senggarang | Training | 29-Jan-24 |
| TVTPP: Training on FFB Quality Improvement & Grading @ Sudiana Enterprise - 9.00 AM | Training | 08-Jan-24 |
| THE 3RD INTERNATIONAL PLANTATION CONFERENCE (IPC2023) | Conference | 21-Dec-23 |
| Graduation Day Primary Lefa Batch 8 Place | Event | 23-Dec-23 |
| Field Demo 3.0 Topic: 1. Weed and woodies management 2. Epiphyte management | Training | 07-Dec-23 |
| Field Demo 2.0 Topic: Ganoderma disease and pest management | Training | 23-Nov-23 |
| Annual Roundtable Conference on Sustainable Palm Oil - Jakarta | Conference | 20-Nov-23 |
| Advance Classroom 2.0 Topic: 1. Weed and woodies management 2. Epiphyte management 3. Ganoderma disease and pest management | Training | 10-Nov-23 |
| MPOB International Palm Oil Congress and Exhibition (PIPOC 2023) | Congress and Exhibition | 07-Nov-23 |
| Field Day 1.0 Topic: 1. Harvesting, pruning and frond heap arrangement 2. Fertilizer selection and application | Training | 12-Oct-23 |
| Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) at Balai Islam, Kampung Baru, Machap Simpang Renggam Johor - UTHM invitation | Training | 10-Oct-23 |
| Advance Classroom 1.0 Topic: 1. Harvesting, pruning and frond heap arrangement 2. Fertilizer selection and application | Training | 06-Oct-23 |
| RSPO-MONASH JOINT SYMPOSIUM | Symposium | 25-Sep-23 |
| The Graduation Day for Primary LeFa Batch 7 and the Agronomy 4-Year Review for Core LeFa Batch 1. | Event | 30-Sep-23 |
| GAP Awareness Training PPK Sri Medan, Batu Pahat, Johor. | Training | 27-Sep-23 |
| Launching Day Primary Lefa Batch 8 Place: Ms Team | Event | 22-Sep-23 |
| Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) in Palm Oil, at Dewan Parit Haji Dahlan, Yong Peng, Batu Pahat. | Training | 24-Sep-23 |
| Diffusion Training Vol 5 - Peladang Parit Raja | Training | 17-Sep-23 |
| Field Demo 3.0 (Primary Lefa Batch 7) Topic: 1. Weed, woodies and epiphyte management | Training | 14-Sep-23 |
| Diffusion Training Vol 5 - Peladang Parit Raja- Event Title GAP Awareness Training | Training | 17-Sep-23 |
| Pre FGV and P&G visit to Batu Pahat LeFa RISS certified farmer | Visit | 13-Sept-23 |
| WWF + RSPO + P&G "Field" Visit to CSS JOHOR | Visit | 05-Sep-23 |
| The RISS Training Group 4 volume 1 has been conducted at Pinetree Hotel, Batu Pahat. | Training | 09-Sept-23 |
| International Conference On Environmental, Social and Governance 2023 (i-ESG 2023) | Conference | 21-Aug-23 |
| Field Demo 2.0 (Primary Lefa Batch 7) field demonstration on Pest and Ganoderma Disease Management at Haji Tukimin’s farm in Parit Panjang | Training | 24-Aug-23 |
| Diffusion Training - KOPDAB Semerah | Training | 24-Aug-23 |
| Advance classroom 2.0 (Primary Lefa Batch 7) - Ms Team Topic: 1. Ganoderma disease and pest management 2. Weed, woodies and epiphyte management | Training | 09-Aug-23 |
| 4th Diffusion for Impact Training at Pusat Timbang Sawit III, Parit Raja, Batu Pahat, Johor. | Training | 10-Aug-23 |
| Pertubuhan Petani Niaga Lestari or PERTANIAGA second Annual Surveillance Audit | Training | 04-Aug-23 |
| Field Demo 1.0 (Primary Lefa Batch 7) 1. Harvesting, pruning and frond heap arrangement 2. Fertilizer selection and application | Training | 25-Jul-23 |
| The Diffusion for Impact initiative team - GAP Training | Training | 27-Jul-23 |
| Temasek Foundation (TF) signs a 5-year partnership with ASB helping expand the impact of the P&G Smallholder Program in Johor, Malaysia | News | 21-Jul-23 |
| Diffusion Training Vol 5 with Ambassador Program | Training | 23-Jul-23 |
| Diffusion Training Vol 4 with Ambassador Program | Training | 22-Jul-23 |
| Advance classroom 1.0 (Primary Lefa Batch 7)Topic: 1. Harvesting, pruning and frond heap arrangement 2. Fertilizer selection and application | Training | 07-Jul-23 |
| Diffusion Training at Koperasi Pekebun Kecil Batu Pahat (KOPDAB) in Sri Dayong, Sri Medan, Johor. | Training | 06-Jul-23 |
| Diffusion Training Pertubuhan Peladang Kawasan (PPK) Parit Raja, Batu Pahat, Johor. | Training | 05-Jul-23 |
| PPK Pontian Selatan (SST) (Open Booth) | Training | 07-Aug-25 |
| PPK Muar Selatan (LST) (Field Demo) | Training | 21-Aug-25 |
| PPK Pekan Nenas (SST) (Open Booth) | Training | 27-Aug-25 |
| JPG dealers Perniagaan Sanggidi (LST) | Training | 28-Aug-25 |
| KEPAK - Koperasi Pekebun Kecil Daerah Pontian (LST) | Training | 08-Sep-25 |
| PPK Batu Pahat Tengah unit Pt Bilal (MST) | Training | 21-Sep-25 |
P&G Smallholder Program
Testimonials
Implemented by CSS in Batu Pahat and Pontian, Johor, the P&G Smallholder Program promotes responsible palm oil sourcing by empowering independent smallholders through certification, training, and sustainable agricultural practices. Together with the CSS Diffusion Program, LeFa farmers act as ambassadors, promoting sustainable palm oil, GAP, yield improvement, and environmental stewardship in line with the NDPE policy.
Connect, Learn & Grow
Get Involved
Collaborate with Us!
CSS is committed to working with government agencies, universities, NGOs, multinational corporations, independent smallholder farmers and growers, and smallholder associations and cooperatives.
Training with Us!
Learn good agricultural and best management practices through the CSS training program in Batu Pahat and Pontian, Johor, fully funded under the P&G Smallholder Diffusion Program.
Internship / Career with Us!
Submit a comprehensive resume outlining your qualifications, experience, current and expected salary, along with a recent passport-sized photograph. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Knowledge Center
Guides to Good Agricultural Practice
These Good Agricultural Practice Field Guides focus specifically on Agronomic issues related to Independent Smallholder farmers. These include topics demonstrated through Field days, such as Harvesting, Fertilizer Application, pruning and frond placement, weed control, woodies eradication, trunk epiphytes eradication, and Ganoderma Management.
Panduan Amalan Pertanian yang Baik ini memberi tumpuan khusus kepada isu-isu pertanian yang berkaitan dengan Petani Kecil. Ini merangkumi topik-topik penting termasuk penuaian, aplikasi pembajaan, pemangkasan & penyusunan pelepah, pengawalan rumpai, pembasmian rumpai kayu, pembasmian pokok menumpang, dan pengurusan penyakit Ganoderma.
| Title | Guide |
|---|---|
| WEBINAR – 5 Fungsi & Kepentingan Nutrien Boron (B) Untuk Kelapa Sawit 16 JUN 2020 | Download Here |
| WEBINAR – 4 Fungsi & Kepentingan Nutrien Fosfat (P) Untuk Kelapa Sawit T 9 JUN 2020 | Download Here |
| WEBINAR – 3 Fungsi & Kepentingan Nutrien Magnesium (Mg) Untuk Kelapa Sawit 2 JUN 2020 | Download Here |
| WEBINAR – 2 Fungsi & Kepentingan Nutrien Kalium (K) Untuk Kelapa Sawit: 19 MEI 2020 | Download Here |
| Pengurusan Penyakit Ganoderma (Bahagian 2) | Download Here |
| Pengurusan Penyakit Ganoderma (Bahagian 1) | Download Here |
| Panduan bergambar untuk Rumput-Rumpai Am | Download Here |
| Pengurusan dan Kawalan Rumput-Rumpai Am | Download Here |
| Kawalan Rumpai Berkayu dan Pokok | Download Here |
| Pengurusan Kawalan Pokok Menumpang | Download Here |
| Susunan Pelepah Kelapa Sawit di Kebun | Download Here |
| Management of Ganoderma (Part 2) | Download Here |
| Management of Ganoderma (Part 1) | Download Here |
| Photo Guide to General Weeds | Download Here |
| Management & Control of General Weeds | Download Here |
| Woody Weed & Tree Control | Download Here |
| Management of Epiphyte Plants | Download Here |
| Oil Palm Midrib Arrangement in Farm | Download Here |
P&G Center for Sustainable Small-owners
Faculty Director
Professor Asad Ata is a Professor of Practice for Operations and Supply Chain Management and the Faculty Director of P&G Center for Sustainable Small-owners (CSS) at the Asia School of Business. His primary areas of research include sustainable sourcing and supply chain management.
Professor Asad has worked full-time in the industry for over 12 years on various supply chain IT, telecom, and e-commerce projects. He has also worked extensively with food and agricultural supply chains with multinational corporations, NGOs, government organizations, and agencies such as the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and SWIFT.
Asad Ata
Professor of Practice,
Operations and Supply Chain Management
CSS Team
NURSAIYIDAH MD YUSOF
Senior Manager – Field Operations
Saifullah Azahar
Manager – Traceability & Veification
Mohamad Rizal
Manager – Diffusion
M. Aiman Hashim
Manager – Livelihood Improvement
Taimoor Malik
Business Data Manager
Nur Amanina Rashid
Manager – Certification & Compliance
M. Zafiq Aziral Mohd Ali
Manager – Certification & Compliance
Sharifah Rafidah Syed Ibrahim
Manager – Finance & Human Resources
M. Aiman Hashim
Manager – Livelihood Improvement
Taimoor Malik
Business Data Manager
Nur Amanina Rashid
Manager – Certification & Compliance
M. Zafiq Aziral Mohd Ali
Manager – Certification & Compliance
Sharifah Rafidah Syed Ibrahim
Manager – Finance & Human Resources