MP Highlights Subsidised Fertiliser Distribution Delays Amid Fuel Shortages in Several Regions
JAKARTA - Deputy Chairman of Commission IV of the Indonesian House of Representatives, Alex Indra Lukman, has highlighted the hindrance to subsidised fertiliser distribution due to shortages of subsidised diesel fuel in various regions.
For West Sumatra, Alex noted that the situation is worsened by areas not fully recovering from last year’s end-of-year disaster.
“Subsidised fertiliser transport should be treated on par with Pertamina tanker trucks carrying fuel when passing through disaster-affected roads, amid the recent surge in queues at fuel stations,” Alex stated in his remarks on Tuesday (12/5/2026).
This policy is also seen as supporting the implementation of Ministry of Agriculture Regulation No. 15 of 2025 on the Governance of Subsidised Fertilisers (determination, procurement, distribution, and supervision).
Alex explained that the latest regulation aims to shorten the distribution chain, from the distributor’s warehouse (PUD) in Line 2 directly to the Complete Fertiliser Kiosk (KPL) in Line 4.
Although the subsidised fertiliser distribution mechanism has been streamlined by regulation, the lack of subsidised diesel is viewed as a new challenge.
“Do not let this become a factor hindering farmers from receiving fertiliser on time at Line 4, which is the frontline of subsidised fertiliser distribution,” he said.
This is because fertilisation schedules are tied to plant growth stages.
According to him, applying fertiliser outside the schedule could disrupt harvest yields.
Therefore, Alex emphasised that fertiliser availability must be ensured at all Line 4 points every planting season.
“Delays in fertilisation will impact harvest results, ultimately affecting the food self-sufficiency target, which is part of President Prabowo Subianto’s Asta Cita,” he stressed.
Previously, fuel shortages were reported in several regions of Indonesia.
In Palangkaraya City, Central Kalimantan, shortages lasted for several days.
Fuel shortages also occurred in Labuan Bajo for several days.
These shortages not only hampered land transport but also disrupted operations of wooden boats and speedboats.