Stones are separated from the sand and piled at the river’s edge. One truckload of sand is worth about Rp. 80-90.000,00 (just under USD9). It will be used in the area of South Yogyakarta.

The river bank is strengthened against the coming floodwaters so that the sand rafts can be used safely.

A farmer carries river water to his fields. Along the riverbank there is no need for irrigation systems.