Dairy Farmers Moved, Minister of Agriculture Amran Responds Quickly to Milk Polemic”/>MINISTER of Agriculture (Mentan) Andi Amran Sulaiman succeeded in mediating a meeting between dairy farmers and the milk processing industry in an effort to resolve the polemic over local milk absorption.
This quick step by the Ministry of Agriculture was greeted with gratitude and excitement by the farmers.
One of the milk collectors from Pasuruan, Bayu Aji Handayanto, who had staged an action to throw milk as a form of protest, could not hold back his tears when the farmer’s aspirations were finally heard and responded to by the government.
Bayu was touched by the attention given to the fate of local breeders.
“On behalf of dairy farmers in the villages, I am very touched because today we feel like we have a new father in the world of cattle farming. “Our aspirations were heard by the Minister of Agriculture, and the Minister of State Secretary and the Deputy Minister of Agriculture were also present,” said Bayu after the audience at the Ministry of Agriculture Head Office, Jakarta, Monday (11/11).
During the hearing, the Ministry of Agriculture agreed to a policy requiring the milk processing industry to absorb milk from local farmers. This step is good news for farmers, considering that milk has also been included in the list of Basic Necessities and Important Goods (Bapokting), which will strengthen protection for local farmers.
“Everything went smoothly. We were very moved because our struggle was responded to quickly. Our demands were not only accommodated, but even exceeded our expectations. “Thank you to the government, especially the Minister of Agriculture and Mr President Prabowo,” added Bayu.
Bayu also expressed the farmer’s commitment to improving the quality of local milk.
He said that the quality of the milk they produce meets national standards, although it is still below the quality of imported milk.
“We are committed to improving quality. “The Minister of Agriculture also promised that there would be further guidance from the industry to help improve the quality of domestic milk,” he said.
Previously, a number of farmers and collectors protested due to restrictions on milk absorption by the industry.
Responding to this problem, the Ministry of Agriculture immediately took quick steps by bringing together breeders and industry to find the best solution.
“We hope that industry together with the government will intervene in developing breeders and help improve the quality of domestic milk. “This is in line with President Prabowo Subianto’s vision, who requested that the government be present as a mediator to support joint growth between industry and livestock breeders,” said Minister of Agriculture Amran.
With this mediation, it is hoped that dairy farmers can continue to grow and develop along with industry and government support in improving the quality and competitiveness of local milk. (RO/Z-10)
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What emotions did Bayu Aji Handayanto experience after meeting with the Minister of Agriculture?
**Interview with Bayu Aji Handayanto, Dairy Farmer from Pasuruan**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, Bayu. Can you tell us about your feelings after the recent meeting with the Minister of Agriculture?
**Bayu Aji Handayanto:** Thank you for having me. I am overwhelmed with emotion following that meeting. As a representative of dairy farmers, I felt like we finally had someone in our corner. When we staged the protest by throwing away milk, it was out of desperation, but now we feel heard. It truly felt like we gained a new father figure in the industry.
**Interviewer:** What were some of the key outcomes from the meeting you attended?
**Bayu Aji Handayanto:** The most significant outcome was the commitment from the Ministry of Agriculture that the milk processing industry will prioritize purchasing milk from local farmers. This is a huge relief for us and gives us hope for the future. Additionally, milk has now been classified as a Basic Necessity, which will further protect our livelihoods.
**Interviewer:** How did the government’s swift response impact your community of dairy farmers?
**Bayu Aji Handayanto:** The response was transformative for us. It provided immediate encouragement and reassurance. We felt our concerns were taken seriously, and it has sparked a renewed sense of optimism among the farmers in my community. Many of us were in tears during the meeting because we finally felt like our struggles were acknowledged.
**Interviewer:** What do you hope to see moving forward now that the government has taken this step?
**Bayu Aji Handayanto:** My hope is that this will not just be a one-time response. We need ongoing support and policies that ensure long-term stability for dairy farmers. The government’s commitment to absorb our milk is a great start, but we also need continuous dialogue to address further challenges in the industry.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Bayu. It sounds like a significant turning point for local farmers. We wish you and your community the best moving forward!
**Bayu Aji Handayanto:** Thank you so much. We truly appreciate the support and attention to our cause.