Indonesia Prepares 843 Animal Feed Banks for El Nino Drought

Indonesia’s Ministry of Agriculture is activating 843 animal feed banks across all 34 provinces. The move prepares for the El Nino weather phenomenon, which often causes drought and reduces livestock feed supplies. Feed banks store emergency fodder for cattle, goats, and other livestock. The government aims to stabilize feed availability during dry months. This prevents farmers from losing animals due to hunger or high feed prices. Officials say the optimization ensures each region has enough stock. The program covers both major farming areas and remote islands. By securing feed now, the ministry hopes to avoid a livestock crisis when drought hits.