dairy farmers, the Ministry of Agriculture and the Minister of State are synergizing to overcome industrial conflicts”/>MINISTER Secretary of State (Mensesneg) Prasetyo Hadi expressed high appreciation to the Minister of Agriculture (Mentan) Andi Amran Sulaiman for his quick and effective steps in resolving the conflict between dairy farmers and the milk processing industry.
The conflict that peaked in Boyolali and Pasuruan occurred due to restrictions on milk acceptance quotas by the industry, which forced farmers to throw away thousands of liters of milk.
Minister of State Secretary Prasetyo expressed his admiration for the quick response of the Ministry of Agriculture which immediately held a meeting between breeders, collectors and industry.
“I was surprised when I received information this morning that there would be a meeting between breeders, collectors and industry initiated by the Minister of Agriculture,” said Prasetyo after the meeting at the Ministry of Agriculture Office, Ragunan, South Jakarta, Monday (11/11).
Apart from appreciating Minister of Agriculture Amran’s quick steps, Prasetyo also praised the solution approach implemented.
“This is what we must encourage. Even though there are problems, we look for solutions together. Farmer friends and the dairy industry must be able to grow together, and the government is present in their midst,” he said.
As a result of this mediation, Minister of Agriculture Amran committed to issuing a decree requiring the milk processing industry to absorb all milk production from farmers.
This step will be strengthened through a revision of the Presidential Regulation (Perpres) which requires industry to absorb local milk production. Minister of State Secretary Prasetyo expressed his support for this policy.
“We are ready to support the Ministry of Agriculture. “If there are regulations that hinder us, we will tidy them up,” he added.
Minister of Agriculture Amran also expressed his gratitude to Prasetyo for his great attention to livestock and agricultural issues.
“The arrival of the Minister of State Secretary brings a blessing, because Alhamdulillah, this mediation can produce a good decision for all parties,” he said.
Not only about milk absorption, the Ministry of Agriculture will also invite the milk processing industry to take part in coaching farmers to improve the quality of local milk.
“It is hoped that the industry’s obligation to absorb local milk will encourage them to develop farmers. “On the other hand, farmers will also be increasingly motivated to improve the quality of their milk,” explained Minister of Agriculture Amran.
Amran added that this step was in accordance with President Prabowo Subianto’s direction, who asked the government to always be present in society and make policies that could help breeders and industry players.
“Our policy must be a solution for breeders and industry players,” he concluded. (RO/Z-10)
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How does the government plan to ensure that dairy farmers can sustainably produce milk without facing financial losses in the future?
**Interview with Minister of State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi on Dairy Farmers and Industry Mediation**
*Interviewer:* Thank you for joining us today, Minister Prasetyo. You’ve recently been involved in mediating a significant conflict between dairy farmers and the milk processing industry. Can you tell us what prompted this situation?
*Prasetyo Hadi:* Thank you for having me. The conflict largely arose in Boyolali and Pasuruan, where dairy farmers faced drastic restrictions on milk acceptance quotas from processing companies. This situation forced many farmers to dispose of thousands of liters of milk, which was not only wasteful but also financially devastating for them.
*Interviewer:* That’s quite alarming. What steps did the Ministry of Agriculture take to address this issue?
*Prasetyo Hadi:* I must commend Minister of Agriculture, Andi Amran Sulaiman, for his swift and effective response. He immediately convened a meeting with key stakeholders, including the farmers, collectors, and representatives from the milk processing industry. This was crucial in opening a dialog and working towards a resolution.
*Interviewer:* What was the outcome of that mediation meeting?
*Prasetyo Hadi:* The meeting was very productive. The Minister of Agriculture committed to issuing a decree that mandates the milk processing companies to absorb all milk produced by farmers. Furthermore, we are revising the Presidential Regulation to ensure that local milk production is prioritized by the industry.
*Interviewer:* It sounds like a great step forward for the farmers. How is the government ensuring ongoing support for the dairy industry?
*Prasetyo Hadi:* It’s essential for both farmers and the dairy industry to thrive together. Our approach encourages collaboration and mutual growth. The government will continue to facilitate discussions and support measures that benefit both parties. We must remain accessible and proactive in resolving issues as they arise.
*Interviewer:* Thank you, Minister Prasetyo, for sharing your insights on this important matter. It’s clear that with effective communication and regulation, we can support our dairy farmers and the processing industry for a sustainable future.
*Prasetyo Hadi:* Thank you. It’s our duty to support the agricultural sector, and we are committed to ensuring that farmers have a productively sustainable livelihood while the industry grows alongside them.
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This interview emphasizes the proactive measures being taken by the government to alleviate the concerns of dairy farmers while ensuring a stable future for the milk processing industry, showcasing the importance of collaboration and timely intervention in agricultural conflicts.
