GROBOGAN - In the midst of hot heat and the aroma of wet soil, a number of members of the Pulokulon Police did not seem awkward along the rice fields. Not to pursue the perpetrators of the crime, but this time they took part in a group of rats hunting pests that became a scourge for farmers and residents of Sembungharjo Village, Wednesday (2/7/2025).
This action is not just ceremonial. Driven by complaints from farmers whose crops were damaged by rat attacks in recent weeks, the Pulokulon Police moved quickly. They took Koramil and village officials to go directly to the field, proving that the police were not only present when there was a crime, but also when farmers needed help.
"This is part of our form of concern. Today we are not only serving as law enforcement officers, but also as farmer partners in maintaining crops," said Pulokulon Police Chief, AKP Danang Esanto on the sidelines of the activity.
According to him, controlling pests in mutual cooperation like this has proven to be much more effective than individual efforts. No less than 600 rats were caught in this activity a figure that quite describes how serious this pest threat is to local agriculture.
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More than just eradicating pests, this activity reflects the synergy between the apparatus and the community in supporting the national food security program, one of the important pillars of Asta Cita President of the Republic of Indonesia.
However, the police chief also reminded residents not to use dangerous methods in eradicating mice, such as electric traps.
"There have been many fatalities due to the electric rat trap. We urge the public to avoid this method. It is better to use traditional methods that are safe and environmentally friendly," he said.
The slum rat that day did not solve all the problems, but this small step shows that the police can come with a closer face, more grounded. Not only does it keep the law upright, but it also helps the rice fields continue to thrive.
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