Farmers Report Tangible Benefits from Government Agricultural Measures and Improved Fertilizer Access

Indonesian farmers are benefitting from the Government’s agricultural measures, with marked gains in productivity and significantly improved access to fertilizers.

Abdul Mujib, a sugarcane farmer, shared his experience during the Nationwide Grand Harvest in collaboration with the Indonesian National Defense Forces (TNI) at the Abdulrachman Saleh Air Force Base, Friday (07/07).

He noted that the agricultural system is evolving with the increasing adoption of technology.

“For the past two years, the system has been coordinated and modernized. We have moved away from manual processes, for example, purchasing fertilizers now has to be done through the system,” he said.

Mujib also noted that the improved system has made fertilizer distribution more targeted.

“Fertilizer procurement has become much more targeted. Unlike before, allocations are now based on land size,” he added.

This improvement is part of the Government’s efforts to ensure fertilizer availability in support of agricultural sustainability.

The benefits have also been felt by Puji Santosa, a soybean and shallot farmer who attended the event.

“With the ample supply of fertilizers, farmers feel that their needs are more than adequately met,” he stated.

In addition to ensuring supply, Puji noted that farmer support programs are crucial for improving welfare, as they enable farmers to achieve optimal harvests.

“Previously, there was no support from the military, including the TNI Commander. Moreover, when prices surged, the Government would conduct market operations, limiting farmers’ ability to maximize profits. Now, farmers can truly feel the benefits,” Puji explained.

Farmers also expressed hope that the Government’s ongoing effort will continue to support agricultural advancement across the country.

“I hope this progress will be felt not only by farmers in the Malang area, but also across Indonesia,” Mujib said.

Meanwhile, Puji expressed hope that the Government will continue to support farmers while encouraging greater youth involvement in developing the national agricultural sector.

“With his visit to East Java province, we hope he will give greater attention to farmers, especially young farmers, as they are the future of the nation,” he stated.

These farmers’ testimonies illustrate that the Government’s efforts to strengthen the agricultural sector are beginning to yield tangible results on the ground.

Backed by technological support, assured access to production inputs, and continuous support program, the Government aims to further enhance national agricultural productivity and strengthen the foundation of Indonesia’s food security. (BPMI of Presidential Secretariat) (FI/EP)