WAGS BIO: Farming That Heals the Land and Strengthens Livelihoods
WAGS BIO is Wild Asia’s regenerative farming programme that transforms oil palm landscapes by focusing on what matters most — the health of the soil. Healthy soil is the foundation for healthy palms. By improving soil structure, organic matter, and microbial life, we help farmers grow stronger plants that naturally resist pests and diseases, produce higher yields, and reduce their reliance on costly chemical inputs. The result? Lower costs of production and better farm profitability.
But WAGS BIO goes beyond improving productivity. It is a biodiversity-positive approach. Farmers learn to cultivate intercrops like cocoa, coffee, or ginger — crops that not only diversify income but also support soil health, enhance farm resilience, and attract beneficial insects and wildlife. These systems mimic nature, turning monocultures into dynamic, living agroecosystems.
Crucially, WAGS BIO farms begin to shift their environmental footprint — from being net carbon emitters to becoming true carbon sinks. With composting, biochar use, and integration of organic residues like decanter cake and empty fruit bunches, farmers lock carbon back into the soil. This regenerative model doesn’t just reduce emissions — it actively restores ecosystems, enriches rural livelihoods, and creates a palm oil supply chain that can meet the demands of future climate and market realities.
WAGS BIO is where natural farming meets real-world impact — for the farmer, the land, and the planet.
Why ‘BIO’ farming in oil palm
- By not using pesticides and chemical fertilisers, farmers can protect soil health and slash production costs.
- Farms that adopt regenerative agriculture practices can increase profitability and foster sustainable land management. A 2019 case study showed a BIO plot’s gross profit is 30% more than conventional plot.
- WAGS BIO Farms harbour natural micro-habitats and improve soil organic carbon. Polycultures thrive in biodiverse environments and can help supplement farms’ earnings.
- BIO farm skills are applicable to backyard or community gardens, thus improving food security, health and nutrition for farmers and their families.
- A study conducted by the University of Tokyo on WAGS BIO farming practices found that overall farm-level greenhouse gas emissions could be reduced by up to 60%, demonstrating the significant climate mitigation potential of regenerative agriculture.
BIO farming vs Conventional oil palm farming
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What is WAGS BIO
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How you can support WAGS BIO Regenerative Oil Palm
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