Supervisor of agricultural machinery and equipment at BRMP Mektan, Harsono, said that modern agricultural machinery and tools are key for transforming the sector and achieving food resilience.
“If all stakeholders collaborate, then the vision of national agriculture toward efficiency, productivity, with global competitiveness can be made true,” he affirmed during a focus group discussion in Bandung, West Java, on Tuesday.
According to Harsono, the modernization of technology must be included in strategies to optimize the yield of commodities ranging from rice, corn, to horticulture. Moreover, supportive regulations are necessary to help Indonesia achieve food resilience and improve farmers’ welfare, he added.
The adoption of technology in the agriculture sector can boost productivity, improve the quality of yield, slash operational costs, and reduce labor needs.
“Digitalization of agriculture has even opened more market opportunities for farmers,” he said.
On the same occasion, chairperson of the Indonesian Industrial Robotics Association (ASRII) and CEO of PT Stechoq Robotika Indonesia, Malik Khidir, stressed the important role of local technology startups in accelerating innovation in agricultural machinery and equipment.
For example, his startup has developed Internet of Things (IoT) modules for agricultural machines and has partnered with the government for programs such as the Indonesia Manufacturing Center (IMC), initiated by the Industry Ministry.
“Characterized by their agility, minimal bureaucracy, and a focus on effective solutions, startups can fill gaps that have long been overlooked by conventional research and development,” Khidir said.
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Translator: Ahmad Muzdaffar Fauzan, Mecca Yumna
Editor: Azis Kurmala
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