Coordinating Minister for Food Affairs, Zulkifli Hasan, officially introduced an innovative technology named Lahsamor during a working visit to Denpasar, Bali, on Thursday (9/7/2026). This technology, designed by the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), serves as a practical solution for processing organic waste directly at the source—the household level.
Technically, this drum-shaped device operates through a simple mechanism. Users only need to insert 0.5 to 1 kilogram of food waste into the device and turn the handle five times. The processed waste naturally decomposes directly into compost without requiring manual extraction, an advantage that makes this tool far more practical than conventional composting methods which often require additional additives.
Zulkifli emphasized that this technology is intended to support communities with limited space, rather than replace traditional waste management systems such as teba. He also encouraged the further development of this innovation for larger capacities, up to 50 kilograms per day, so it can be applied in broader environments such as offices and educational institutions.
Although this technology offers convenience, the government still stresses the importance of public discipline in sorting waste at the household level as a fundamental step. This effort goes hand in hand with the government's strategic measures to handle inorganic waste through the launch of Waste-to-Energy (PSEL) plants in Bali, aimed at minimizing open dumping practices that risk triggering fires and threatening public health.
