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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**Interview with Minister Prasetyo Hadi on Dairy Farmer Conflicts**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us, Minister Prasetyo Hadi. Recently, there has been a significant conflict between dairy farmers and the milk processing industry, particularly in Boyolali and Pasuruan. Can you explain what initiated these conflicts?
**Minister Prasetyo Hadi:** Thank you for having me. The conflict arose primarily due to restrictions on milk acceptance quotas imposed by the milk processing industry. This situation forced dairy farmers to dispose of thousands of liters of milk, which was tragic and unsustainable for their livelihoods.
**Editor:** It’s quite concerning to hear that farmers had to waste their produce. What steps did your ministry take to address this issue?
**Minister Prasetyo Hadi:** Upon learning about the situation, I was pleased to see the Minister of Agriculture, Andi Amran Sulaiman, take decisive action. He quickly organized a meeting involving dairy breeders, industry collectors, and representatives from the milk processing sector. This collaborative approach aimed to find a cohesive solution to the conflict.
**Editor:** You mentioned the importance of collaboration. How would you describe the atmosphere during the mediation meeting?
**Minister Prasetyo Hadi:** The atmosphere was quite proactive. Everyone recognized the need for a resolution. We were committed to ensuring that the interests of both farmers and the milk processors were addressed. My admiration for Minister Amran’s swift actions and his focus on solutions pushed us to remain optimistic.
**Editor:** What concrete outcomes arose from this meeting?
**Minister Prasetyo Hadi:** One of the key outcomes was the commitment from Minister Amran to issue a decree that mandates the milk processing industry to absorb all local milk production from farmers. Additionally, there are ongoing discussions to revise the Presidential Regulation to enforce this requirement further, ensuring farmers’ produce will not go to waste in the future.
**Editor:** It sounds like a significant step forward for the dairy industry. What message would you like to convey to both farmers and industry players moving forward?
**Minister Prasetyo Hadi:** I want to emphasize the importance of working together. We are committed to ensuring that both dairy farmers and the milk industry can thrive. Challenges will always arise, but through open communication and collaboration, we can create a more sustainable environment for everyone involved.
**Editor:** Thank you for your insights, Minister Hadi. It’s encouraging to see the government taking proactive measures to support our dairy farmers.
**Minister Prasetyo Hadi:** Thank you. It’s our responsibility, and we will continue to strive for solutions that benefit all parties involved.
