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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What challenges did Bayu Aji Handayanto and other dairy farmers face before meeting the Minister of Agriculture?
**Interview with Bayu Aji Handayanto: Dairy Farmer Advocate**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, Bayu. Can you describe the situation you and other dairy farmers were facing before the meeting with Minister of Agriculture Andi Amran Sulaiman?
**Bayu Aji Handayanto:** Thank you for having me. Before the meeting, we were in a very difficult situation. Many of us were struggling to sell our milk because the processing industries weren’t absorbing enough of it. It reached a point where we felt our voices were not being heard, so we had to stage protests, which included throwing away our milk as a sign of our desperation.
**Interviewer:** That sounds incredibly challenging. How did you feel when you learned about the meeting with the Minister?
**Bayu Aji Handayanto:** I felt a glimmer of hope. When we heard that the Minister of Agriculture was willing to meet with us and listen to our concerns, it made us believe that our struggles could finally be acknowledged. It was a chance for us to voice our issues directly to the decision-makers.
**Interviewer:** Can you tell us about the outcome of the meeting?
**Bayu Aji Handayanto:** Yes, during the meeting, the Minister agreed on a policy requiring the milk processing industry to absorb our milk. This was monumental for us! It felt like our aspirations were finally being recognized by the government. The Minister and his team were genuinely engaged and showed a commitment to improving the situation for dairy farmers like myself.
**Interviewer:** What does this new policy mean for you and your fellow farmers?
**Bayu Aji Handayanto:** This policy brings us a sense of security. Knowing that our local milk will be prioritized gives us hope for a sustainable future. Additionally, with the recognition of milk as a basic necessity, we feel more protected as farmers. It’s like having a new father figure in the agricultural world who truly cares about our welfare.
**Interviewer:** It’s heartwarming to hear how this has impacted you emotionally. What are your plans moving forward as a result of these changes?
**Bayu Aji Handayanto:** Moving forward, we want to work collaboratively with the government and the processing industry. We hope to foster a partnership that ensures not just our survival, but also growth. We’re committed to producing quality milk, and with this support, we believe we can be successful.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Bayu, for sharing your experience. We wish you and all the dairy farmers the best as you move forward.
**Bayu Aji Handayanto:** Thank you very much. We’re grateful for the support and hope to continue this positive momentum.
