The citronella grass is one of the essential oil-producing plants. In addition to the technical problems of cultivation which is a determining factor for the success of agriculture. Environmental factors also determine the continuity of the citronella grass cultivation business.

According to the CEO of PT. Hampton Muda Berkarya, he sees the potential for geography, topography, and climate of Bolaang Mongondow, as very suitable for the development of citronella grass. Which will later be processed into essential oils to be distributed to large companies. Not only in Indonesia but also abroad.

So far, the citronella oil business in Indonesia has faced problems such as varying product quality and fluctuating prices. The problem comes from the source of raw materials, the response of farmers, the production process, and the technology of the production process that affects the quality of the production of citronella oil in Indonesia, unable to compete with the citronella oil from Sri Lanka.

"PT. Hampton Muda Berkarya will apply technology and knowledge that can increase the productivity of citronella grass as well as the quality of Bolmong citronella oil to become a superior and mainstay agricultural product from Bolaang Mongondow," he said.

Meanwhile, Regent Bolaang Mongondow Yasti Mokoagow continued to support BMR's plantation and agricultural products, especially Bolmong go international. "The Bolmong Regency Government continues to open up investment space in its territory so that market opportunities are open for the community in improving the economy and people's welfare," he said.

Source: Tribunnews.