InfoSAWIT, PALANGKA RAYA — The Central Kalimantan Provincial Government has reaffirmed its commitment to integrating palm oil plantations with livestock farming through the Cattle–Palm Oil Integration System (SISKA), a program viewed as strategic for food security, beef self-sufficiency, and sustainable palm oil development.

Vice Governor Edy Pratowo delivered the statement while opening the Technical Coordination Meeting on Livestock and Animal Health at the Eka Hapakat Hall, Central Kalimantan Governor’s Office, on Tuesday.

“Central Kalimantan has enormous potential in both palm oil and cattle farming. That is why we are taking concrete steps to integrate the two through the SISKA program,” Edy said, as quoted by InfoSAWIT from the provincial government on Wednesday (December 17, 2025).

He explained that SISKA is designed to create mutual benefits. Cattle manure is used as organic fertilizer for plantations, while farmers gain additional income from fertilizer management. The program also aims to reduce reliance on chemical fertilizers and improve overall efficiency.

Edy called for strong support from all stakeholders, particularly palm oil companies and associations, to ensure effective implementation. He also expressed hope for central government backing through technical assistance, superior cattle breeds, financing access, and market development.

In addition, the provincial government highlighted integrated poultry downstreaming and the prevention of strategic animal diseases such as foot-and-mouth disease, African swine fever, and rabies as key priorities. (T2)