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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How does the new policy on milk absorption impact local dairy farmers in Pasuruan?
**Interview with Bayu Aji Handayanto, Dairy Farmer from Pasuruan**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Bayu. It must have been an emotional day for you and your fellow dairy farmers after the recent meeting with Minister of Agriculture Andi Amran Sulaiman. Can you share how you felt when your concerns were finally addressed?
**Bayu:** Thank you for having me. It was truly an overwhelming moment for us. As a representative of local dairy farmers, I was moved to tears. After our protests, we felt our voices were perhaps falling on deaf ears, but to have the Minister actively listening to us and acknowledging our struggles made a huge difference. It felt like we finally have a “new father” in the world of cattle farming.
**Editor:** That’s really touching to hear. The meeting led to an important policy change regarding the absorption of milk from local farmers. How do you see this benefiting the dairy farming community?
**Bayu:** The new policy is a game-changer for us. Requiring the milk processing industry to absorb local milk means we have a guaranteed market for our products. With milk being classified as a Basic Necessity and Important Good, this also enhances our protection as farmers. Our hard work is finally being recognized, and we hope this ensures sustainable livelihoods for us.
**Editor:** It sounds like a significant step towards resolving ongoing issues in the dairy sector. What are your hopes moving forward now that you’ve felt this support from the government?
**Bayu:** My hopes are that this collaborative spirit continues. We want to ensure that the challenges we face don’t just fade away but are addressed in the long term. We also hope for ongoing dialogue with all stakeholders involved in the dairy industry so that the interests of farmers like us are always prioritized.
**Editor:** Thank you for sharing your insights, Bayu. It’s heartening to see the emotional and practical support the government is providing to dairy farmers. We wish you and your fellow farmers continued success in the future.
**Bayu:** Thank you! Your support means a lot to us.
