Ministry of Agriculture and the Minister of State are synergizing to overcome industrial conflicts”/>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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**Interview with Minister of State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi on Resolving Dairy Farmer Conflicts**
**Interviewer:** Good day, Minister Prasetyo Hadi. Thank you for joining us today to discuss the recent efforts made to resolve the conflicts between dairy farmers and the milk processing industry.
**Prasetyo Hadi:** Thank you for having me. It’s a pleasure to discuss this important issue that impacts many farmers and our food supply chain.
**Interviewer:** There has been significant tension recently, especially in regions like Boyolali and Pasuruan. Can you explain what led to these conflicts?
**Prasetyo Hadi:** Absolutely. The core issue stemmed from the milk processing industry imposing restrictions on milk acceptance quotas, which left many farmers with no option but to waste thousands of liters of milk. This situation not only affected the farmers economically but also posed a serious threat to the sustainability of dairy farming in those areas.
**Interviewer:** You’ve praised the rapid response by the Ministry of Agriculture under Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman. What steps were taken to mediate the situation?
**Prasetyo Hadi:** Yes, I was truly impressed by the swift actions taken. Almost immediately, the Minister called for a meeting involving breeders, collectors, and industry stakeholders. This initiative was vital to facilitate open communication and seek collaborative solutions. During this meeting, we discussed the issues and worked on potential pathways forward.
**Interviewer:** That sounds like a constructive approach. Can you share what outcomes were achieved as a result of this mediation?
**Prasetyo Hadi:** One of the key commitments from the Minister of Agriculture is to issue a decree that will ensure the milk processing industry must absorb all milk produced by farmers. This is a significant step forward, as it aims to eliminate the risk of future waste. Furthermore, we are looking at revising existing regulations to reinforce this requirement, ensuring a sustainable future for our dairy farmers.
**Interviewer:** How do you envision the relationship between farmers and the dairy industry moving forward?
**Prasetyo Hadi:** It’s crucial that both the farmers and the dairy industry thrive together. This experience should serve as a catalyst for stronger partnerships, with the government acting as a supportive intermediary. We must encourage cooperation and mutual growth, ensuring that the farmers are not left vulnerable to the whims of market conditions.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Minister Prasetyo, for sharing your insights on this pivotal matter. It’s encouraging to hear about the steps being taken towards resolution and support for our dairy farmers.
**Prasetyo Hadi:** Thank you for having me. It’s essential we continue these discussions and work together to build a resilient agricultural sector.
