Jakarta, INTI – Bati-Bati, Tanah Laut, South Kalimantan Farmers in South Kalimantan are now turning to modern technology to boost agricultural productivity. On Tuesday (12/8/2025), a drone was deployed for the first time to sow rice seeds at a community-developed paddy field (CSR) in Bati-Bati, Tanah Laut. This innovative step is aimed at accelerating the government’s national food self-sufficiency program.
Drone-Supported Planting Process
During the event, workers were seen pouring rice seeds into the drone’s container before the device took flight over the fields. The drone then evenly dispersed the seeds across the prepared plots. This method not only speeds up the planting process but also ensures more uniform seed distribution compared to conventional manual planting techniques.
Support for National Food Security
The adoption of drone technology in rice planting reflects the government and local farmers’ cmmitment to increasing agricultural efficiency. By reducing planting time and labor requirements, this approach is expected to significantly contribute to achieving the target of national food self-sufficiency, particularly in rice production.
Conclusion
The use of drones in rice planting in South Kalimantan marks a new chapter in Indonesian agriculture. By integrating modern technology into traditional farming practices, farmers can work more efficiently, produce better yields, and help the nation move closer to achieving food self-sufficiency. This innovation is expected to inspire other regions to adopt similar methods for the advancement of the agricultural sector.
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