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 away 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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**Interview with Bayu Aji Handayanto: Dairy Farmer and Advocate for Local Milk Producers**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Bayu. You recently participated in a significant meeting with Minister of Agriculture Andi Amran Sulaiman regarding the issues faced by dairy farmers. Can you tell us about your feelings after that meeting?
**Bayu:** Of course. I was incredibly moved. As a dairy farmer, I have faced many struggles, and when I saw the Minister and other officials take the time to listen to us, it felt like our voices were finally heard. It was an emotional moment, especially after having protested by throwing away our milk in despair.
**Editor:** That protest certainly caught attention. What drove you to take such a drastic action?
**Bayu:** We felt ignored for too long. Many of us were struggling to sell our milk and were on the brink of financial collapse. The protest was our last resort to make our plight known. But after this meeting, I genuinely feel that we’ve got a new ally in the government—someone who cares about the future of dairy farming.
**Editor:** What were the key outcomes of the meeting that you found most promising?
**Bayu:** The most significant outcome was the agreement on a policy requiring the milk processing industry to purchase milk from local farmers. This policy will greatly help us, especially since milk is now recognized as a basic necessity. It gives us a sense of security and hope for the future of our industry.
**Editor:** That’s indeed promising news. How are you and your fellow farmers feeling now after the government’s commitment to support local dairy farming?
**Bayu:** We are filled with gratitude and renewed hope. Many of us never thought we would experience such support. It’s like having a new father in the farming world. The Minister’s quick response has far exceeded our expectations, and we are eager to see this policy put into action.
**Editor:** It sounds like this meeting was a turning point for dairy farmers in Indonesia. What’s next for you and your fellow farmers moving forward?
**Bayu:** Moving forward, we intend to work closely with the Minister and the Ministry of Agriculture to ensure that the policy is implemented effectively. We also want to strengthen our cooperatives to improve our bargaining power. This can only be achieved through collaboration and continuous dialogue.
**Editor:** Thank you for your insights, Bayu. It’s inspiring to hear about the positive changes on the horizon for dairy farmers.
**Bayu:** Thank you for having me. I hope our story inspires other farmers to voice their concerns and seek support. Together, we can create a better future for agriculture in Indonesia.
