Journal of Accounting Science
Vol. 9 No. 2 (2025): July

Firm Value and Sustainability Assessment of Food and Agriculture Systems

Septian, Septian (Unknown)
Anuar, Nik Arieff Ashaff Bin Nik (Unknown)
Suarsa, Abin (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
10 Aug 2025

Abstract

General Background: Sustainability has become a key focus in the global business sector, requiring companies to address social and environmental impacts alongside financial performance. Indonesia's plantation sector plays a critical role in the national economy, yet the adoption of sustainability standards and its relationship with stock value remains under-explored. Specific Background: While previous studies often utilise a generalised or partial approach to sustainability, the FAO's Sustainability Assessment of Food and Agriculture Systems (SAFA) framework offers a more comprehensive evaluation. This study investigates the relationship between the economic dimensions of SAFA and the stock value of plantation companies listed on the IDX over the period 2022-2023. Knowledge Gaps: Research linking SAFA implementation specifically to stock value in the plantation sector is limited, and previous findings are inconsistent. Objective: To provide empirical evidence that addresses these inconsistencies by assessing the effect of the economic dimensions of SAFA on stock value. Methods: A mixed approach with quantitative analysis using Generalised Estimating Equation (GEE) was applied to data on plantation companies listed on the IDX. Results: None of the four economic dimensions-Investment, Vulnerability, Product & Information Quality, and Local Economy-showed a significant effect on stock value. Novelty: This is the first study to explicitly test SAFA in the context of the Indonesian capital market. Implications: The findings suggest that investors may not fully consider sustainability disclosures in investment decisions, highlighting the need for greater awareness and education.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jas

Publisher

Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance

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