Jakarta, Indonesia Sentinel — More than 30 Dutch investors are set to begin investing in Indonesia’s agriculture sector starting in June 2025, following a bilateral agreement between the two governments to develop modern, greenhouse-based farming systems.
The announcement came after a meeting between Dutch Ambassador to Indonesia, Marc Gerritsen, and Indonesia’s Minister of Agriculture, Andi Amran Sulaiman, at the Ministry’s office on Wednesday, May 14.
“We see tremendous potential in Indonesia, particularly in the development of horticulture and greenhouse agriculture,” Gerritsen states, as reported by Kumparan. “That’s why we’re not just here to sell technology, we’re here to build long-term partnerships.”
The Netherlands, he added, is eager to collaborate with Indonesia in the areas of horticulture, meat, and fruit production. In June, over 30 Dutch horticultural companies will visit Indonesia to explore investment opportunities in food and agriculture.
The visit aims to facilitate partnerships and transfer greenhouse technologies to support Indonesia’s push toward modernized horticultural production. “Minister Amran was very open to our ideas. Together, we discussed how we can ensure this collaboration becomes a great success,” Gerritsen said.
Minister Amran welcomed the initiative, noting that the Netherlands is widely recognized as a global leader in agriculture. “This is a very promising partnership,” Amran said. “The Netherlands is an expert in horticulture, and this cooperation will help us significantly improve our capabilities in that area.”
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The partnership is expected to enhance productivity, efficiency, and sustainability in fruit and vegetable production in Indonesia. Amran highlighted that Dutch greenhouse technology has proven to be highly effective, capable of increasing yields by up to tenfold compared to traditional open-field farming.
He noted, Indonesia offers several competitive advantages, including vast land, a tropical climate, and fertile soil, make it an ideal candidate for modern, tech-driven agriculture.
Beyond physical investment, the collaboration will include technology and knowledge transfers, enabling both countries to learn from each other and develop their respective agricultural potential in a balanced and mutually beneficial way.
“This collaboration not only boosts productivity but also opens the door for foreign investment and strengthens Indonesia’s position in the global agricultural supply chain,” he said.
The initiative will be led by the Dutch Minister of Trade and the Deputy Minister of Agriculture and will involve universities and agricultural research institutions in the Netherlands focused on innovation and sustainability.
(Raidi/Agung)
