Elyakim Mandacan is a farmer who has successfully implemented good agricultural practices (GAP) in the Arfak Mountains, Manokwari, Papua. Elyakim was a traditional farmer with limited knowledge and farming practices. His transformation to success began when the field staff of YBTS provided guidance.

With the implementation of GAP, Elyakim achieved significant harvest results, leading to increased yields. For instance, initially, he earned only Rp 2,500,000 from cultivating cabbage. However, after adopting proper farming practices, his harvest surged to Rp 4,800,000 in a single cultivation cycle on his backyard farm.

Of course, the journey to farming for Elyakim was not easy due to limited access and network constraints, but that did not break his enthusiasm for farming. Currently, he actively assists the surrounding community in starting settled farming. His past success serves as inspiration for Elyakim to motivate and encourage farmers in his vicinity to be motivated and interested in cultivation. “With the experience and success I have previously obtained, I hope to be able to motivate local farmers and be interested in planting,” concluded Elyakim with enthusiasm.