Gold Coin expands into Timor-Leste with tailored livestock feeds

INDONESIA – PT Gold Coin Indonesia, a subsidiary of Philippine conglomerate Aboitiz Foods, has begun exporting customised livestock feeds to Timor-Leste, marking a new chapter in its regional growth and a bid to support local agricultural development.

The company confirmed that the first shipments, destined for the capital city Dili, arrived in July 2025 following discussions with Timor-Leste partners that began in late 2024. 

The move is part of Gold Coin’s strategy to extend its footprint beyond Indonesia, where it operates multiple feed mills and a joint venture.

Focus on swine and poultry nutrition

Gold Coin will initially supply swine and poultry feeds formulated to meet the nutritional needs of livestock in Timor-Leste, while complying with local regulatory standards. Distribution will be managed through two local trading partners to ensure efficient market access.

Beyond supplying products, the company plans to offer quarterly seminars in collaboration with the Market Development Facility (MDF), an Australian Government-funded programme promoting sustainable economic growth across the Indo-Pacific. These sessions will deliver technical support and share best practices with farmers and producers.

“This expansion into Timor-Leste reflects our steady commitment to nourishing growth across Asia,” said Siow Wee Lee, First Vice President & Country Director of Gold Coin Indonesia. 

“We see this as a meaningful opportunity to support local agricultural development by sharing both quality nutrition and technical expertise. Our team is focused on building partnerships that can grow sustainably over time.”

Partnership-driven growth

Gold Coin describes the move as an example of its partnership-led approach, built on deep market knowledge and on-the-ground support. 

The company is already active in export markets beyond Southeast Asia, with Gold Coin Malaysia shipping aquafeeds to the Middle East, including Saudi Arabia and Oman, as well as to Sri Lanka, Brunei, and Singapore.

“As part of Aboitiz Foods, this move contributes to the group’s broader purpose of sustainably feeding Asia’s growth from mill to meal,” the company stated. 

“Through expansions like this, we bring our vision to life; supporting farmers, strengthening food systems, and creating long-term value for communities across the region.”

With Timor-Leste now on its distribution map, Gold Coin positions itself to play a growing role in advancing livestock productivity and food security in one of Southeast Asia’s smallest yet strategically important markets.

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