Agroforestry Training Program Launched to Enhance Forest Management and Job Creation

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The Indonesian government, through a joint program between the Ministry of Forestry (Kemenhut) and the Ministry of Manpower (Kemnaker), has launched an agroforestry training program to improve human resources and workforce capacity in the forestry sector. The program, which has entered its third phase, aims to address two major national challenges: sustainable forest management and the creation of long-term employment opportunities. The training program has enrolled 388 participants, including graduates from State Forestry Vocational Schools, rural youth, and villagers from various districts.

Key Takeaways:

  • The agroforestry training program is a joint initiative between the Ministry of Forestry and the Ministry of Manpower, launched to address sustainable forest management and job creation challenges.
  • The program has enrolled 388 participants, consisting of graduates from State Forestry Vocational Schools, rural youth, and villagers from Serang, Medan, Padang, Majalengka, and West Bandung District.
  • Agroforestry carries significant potential for job creation while positioning forests as reserves for food, energy, and water to support community welfare, in line with President Prabowo Subianto's Astacita vision.
  • The training program represents a long-term investment in nurturing green jobs that reflect the future direction of forestry development: productive, sustainable, and inclusive.
  • Competence is key, and the Ministry of Manpower provides training centers, schemes, and professional certification to improve competitiveness in the years to come.
  • Agroforestry emphasizes short-term agricultural yields but also highlights the long-term benefits of tree cover, such as soil conservation, water protection, biodiversity enhancement, and climate change mitigation.

Statistics:

  • 388 participants enrolled in the agroforestry training program.
  • The training program has entered its third phase, running until September 13, 2025.
  • The program aims to create long-term employment opportunities and address sustainable forest management challenges.

Sources:

  • "Agroforestry not only emphasizes short-term agricultural yields but also highlights the long-term benefits of tree cover, such as soil conservation, water protection, biodiversity enhancement, and climate change mitigation," (Antara News Agency, 09 Sep 2025)
  • "The development of the agroforestry training program is expected to provide a concrete solution to two major national challenges today: sustainable forest management and the creation of long-term employment opportunities," (Forestry Minister Raja Juli Antoni, ANTARA, 09 Sep 2025)