MINISTER State Secretary (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 led to the recent conflicts between dairy farmers and the milk processing industry in Boyolali and Pasuruan?
**Interview with Minister State Secretary (Mensesneg) Prasetyo Hadi Regarding the Resolution of Dairy Farmer Conflicts**
*Interviewer:* Thank you for joining us today, Minister Prasetyo. The recent conflict between dairy farmers and the milk processing industry in Boyolali and Pasuruan garnered significant attention. Can you give us a brief overview of what led to this conflict?
*Prasetyo Hadi:* Thank you for having me. The conflict arose primarily due to the restrictions imposed by the milk processing industry on the acceptance quotas of milk from farmers. This limitation forced many dairy farmers to discard thousands of liters of milk, which is devastating for their livelihoods.
*Interviewer:* It’s alarming to hear about the scale of this issue. What steps did the Ministry of Agriculture, led by Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman, take to address this situation?
*Prasetyo Hadi:* Minister Amran acted swiftly to bring the parties together. He organized an urgent meeting involving breeders, collectors, and representatives from the industry to discuss the situation and find a solution. This proactive approach was crucial in addressing the farmers’ immediate concerns.
*Interviewer:* You mentioned your surprise at the quick organization of this meeting. What was the outcome of these discussions?
*Prasetyo Hadi:* The mediating discussions resulted in a significant agreement. Minister Amran committed to issuing a decree that will require the milk processing industry to absorb all of the milk produced by local farmers. This commitment comes alongside plans to revise existing regulations to bolster these requirements further.
*Interviewer:* That sounds like a promising direction for the dairy farmers. How do you see the relationship developing between farmers and the dairy industry moving forward?
*Prasetyo Hadi:* It’s essential that both farmers and the dairy industry find common ground and grow together. Our government is committed to facilitating this collaboration. As I reiterated during the meeting, even amidst conflicts, searching for shared solutions is what we must encourage, reinforcing the idea that we’re all in this together.
*Interviewer:* It’s refreshing to hear such optimism. Lastly, what message would you like to convey to the dairy farmers who have faced these challenging times?
*Prasetyo Hadi:* I want to assure them that the government stands with them. We recognize their hard work and dedication to the dairy industry, and we are committed to finding solutions that support their needs. Together, we will navigate these challenges and build a stronger agricultural sector.
*Interviewer:* Thank you, Minister Prasetyo, for your insights and commitment to supporting the dairy farmers. We appreciate your time today.
*Prasetyo Hadi:* Thank you for having me. It’s important that we keep the dialogue open to create a sustainable future for our agriculture.
