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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What measures is Minister Prasetyo Hadi proposing to ensure sustainable growth for both dairy farmers and the milk processing industry?
**Interview with Prasetyo Hadi, Minister of State Secretary**
**Interviewer**: Thank you for joining us today, Minister Prasetyo. You’ve recently been involved in addressing significant conflict between dairy farmers and the milk processing industry. Can you start by explaining what led to this conflict?
**Prasetyo Hadi**: Thank you for having me. The conflict primarily arose from restrictions placed on milk acceptance quotas by the milk processing industry. This situation escalated, especially in regions like Boyolali and Pasuruan, leading to farmers being compelled to discard thousands of liters of milk. It was a critical challenge that needed immediate action.
**Interviewer**: You mentioned that your ministry quickly organized a meeting between breeders, collectors, and the industry. What was the outcome of that meeting?
**Prasetyo Hadi**: The meeting was pivotal. We brought together all stakeholders to encourage open dialogue and find common ground. I was impressed by how quickly the Minister of Agriculture, Andi Amran Sulaiman, coordinated this effort. As a result, we committed to issuing a decree that mandates the milk processing industry to absorb all local milk production from farmers. This will help ensure that farmers are compensated for their hard work.
**Interviewer**: That sounds like a significant step forward. What further measures are you considering to prevent such conflicts in the future?
**Prasetyo Hadi**: Beyond the immediate solutions, we are also proposing a revision of the Presidential Regulation that will reinforce this mandate. Our goal is to ensure sustainable growth for both the farmers and the dairy industry. We believe it’s essential for these two sectors to thrive together, and the government will play a supportive role in this partnership.
**Interviewer**: You’ve expressed a strong commitment to finding solutions. How do you envision the government’s role in fostering a better environment for dairy farmers?
**Prasetyo Hadi**: The government must act as a facilitator and mediator. We need to create platforms for continuous communication between farmers and industry representatives. It’s crucial that we collectively address issues as they arise and not just react to conflicts. We want to foster an environment of collaboration where all parties can benefit.
**Interviewer**: Thank you for your insights, Minister Prasetyo. It’s reassuring to see proactive steps being taken to support our dairy farmers.
**Prasetyo Hadi**: Thank you for the opportunity to discuss this important issue. Together, we can build a robust dairy industry that serves the needs of both farmers and consumers.
