Optimizing Smart Farming By General Moeldoko In Indonesia: Agricultural Transformation By Young People

Moeldoko attended the signing of the MoU between Intiland and Saltware in the implementation of smart farming at the Bina Graha Building, Jakarta, on Friday, January 5, 2024. (DOK KSP).

JAKARTA - General TNI (Ret.) Dr. Moeldoko, Presidential Chief of Staff, predicted a paradigm change in Indonesia's agricultural sector. This is in line with the increasing interest of young people to be involved in agriculture and agriculture, as well as technological developments in agriculture.

Moeldoko stated that traditional agricultural images related to parents, poverty, and simple tools can be changed through technological integration in agriculture. This statement was made when he attended the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Intiland and Saltware for the implementation of smart farming technology at the Bina Graha Building, Jakarta, on Friday (05/01). "New history will be created because a young generation will be born who love new tools such as smart farming, a positive breakthrough," said Moeldoko.

From a diplomatic perspective, Moeldoko said that this collaboration aims to promote the exchange of agricultural technology between South Korea and Indonesia. Previously, Moeldoko also attended the World Food Forum (WFF) at FAO to highlight the importance of agricultural transformation in facing the challenges of farmer regeneration.

"Not only seeking profit, but what is more strategic is to build Indonesia's food security," said Moeldoko.

Moeldoko, who is also the General Chair of the Indonesian Farmers Harmony Association (HKTI), has supported the Maju Tani Movement to provide a forum for the younger generation who are interested in agricultural development. The involvement of young people in the development of smart farming technology is expected to open up opportunities for young Indonesian farmers to gain knowledge about modern agriculture from South Korea and experience the transformation of modern agricultural science and technology.

The development of smart farming aims to help optimally manage the farming process and increase product products. Cooperation between Intiland and Saltware is expected to increase penetration and the process of technology transfer in the Southeast Asia region, especially in Indonesia.

"I enthusiastically welcome the cooperation and involvement in the development of this technology; I believe this will be an important milestone in strengthening Indonesia's food defense," concluded Moeldoko.