US-Indonesia dairy partnership boosts Indonesian farmers' milk production by 32.5%

Indonesian dairy farmers have achieved a significant boost in their daily milk production, with an average increase of 32.5 percent recorded in 2025. This remarkable growth is attributed to their participation in the US-Indonesia Dairy Partnership (USIDP), a collaborative program designed to enhance the nation's dairy sector.

The USIDP, launched in November 2024 by the U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) in partnership with Indonesian academic institutions and dairy professionals, combines American dairy expertise with capacity building for local farmers. The program focuses on improving on-farm practices, elevating milk quality, and implementing nutrition-focused interventions.

These advancements were a central theme at the US-Indonesia Dairy Partnership Summit held in Jakarta. Krysta Harden, President and CEO of USDEC, expressed pride in the dairy industry's role in the 75-year partnership between the U.S. and Indonesia. The initiative directly supports Indonesia's nutritional targets and food security objectives, including the Free Nutritious Meal program.

Dr. Agung Suganda, Director General of Livestock and Animal Health at the Indonesian Ministry of Agriculture, and Jeff Witte, Secretary of Agriculture for New Mexico, were also in attendance, underscoring the high-level support for this agricultural collaboration. The program's success demonstrates the tangible impact of international cooperation in strengthening local agricultural economies and improving food availability.