Government Ensures Easy Access to Subsidized Fertilizer for Farmers

The Indonesian government, under the leadership of President Prabowo Subianto, is demonstrating a firm commitment to bolstering national food security through enhanced access to subsidized fertilizers for farmers. This policy, articulated by Deputy Minister of Transmigration Viva Yoga Mauladi, is a cornerstone of the administration's strategy to achieve food self-sufficiency, a critical pillar alongside water and energy security. The distribution mechanism, managed via the RDKK system and executed by PT Pupuk Indonesia, ensures that essential agricultural inputs reach the intended recipients efficiently.

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Pemerintah jamin kemudahan akses pembelian pupuk subsidi bagi petani.

PT Pupuk Indonesia, the state-owned fertilizer producer, plays a pivotal role in this national endeavor. The company is operating its plants at full capacity and is planning further expansions to accommodate a wider range of subsidized fertilizer types. Despite global economic fluctuations, the government has maintained a 20 percent reduction in the maximum retail price for fertilizers, a move designed to alleviate the financial burden on farmers. This sustained support is crucial for maintaining agricultural productivity and ensuring stable food supplies across the archipelago.

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Viva Yoga menegaskan bahwa kebijakan pemerintah dalam membagikan pupuk subsidi sudah tepat guna mewujudkan swasembada pangan.

The figures speak for themselves: national subsidized fertilizer distribution has seen a substantial 38 percent increase compared to the same period last year, reaching 3.15 million tons by late April 2026. In the Jambi province, specifically, fertilizer absorption rates are encouraging, with urea at 40 percent and NPK at 46 percent. Pupuk Indonesia maintains a healthy stock of approximately 3,500 tons in Jambi and is committed to replenishing supplies promptly, responding to the high demand from farmers eager to secure their inputs. This proactive approach is vital for the agricultural sector's resilience and the nation's broader economic stability.

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PT Pupuk Indonesia (Persero) bertanggung jawab untuk menyediakan dan mendistribusikan stok pupuk langsung kepada petani.