PALMOILMAGAZINE, BUOL – The Buol Regency Government (Pemkab Buol) has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing issues related to palm oil plantation development, particularly concerning plasma cooperatives and labor affairs. This initiative aims to ensure that the plantation sector continues to contribute positively to the local economy and community welfare.
“The local government is focusing on the challenges faced by plasma cooperatives and workers in Buol Regency,” said Buol Regent Risharyudi Triwibowo in a statement on Monday (10/3/2025), as quoted by Palmoilmagazine.com.
He emphasized that the palm oil plantation sector plays a crucial role in job creation and economic growth. However, he also highlighted ongoing concerns regarding the rights of cooperative members, particularly in the management of plasma cooperatives.
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“There are serious issues concerning cooperative members’ rights, where payments are often not made properly,” he stated.
The problems surrounding plasma cooperatives, land management, and palm oil plantation yields in Buol are not new. Risharyudi stressed that these issues must be resolved comprehensively, ensuring that neither the community nor investors are disadvantaged.
“Fundamentally, Pemkab Buol remains committed to standing by the people and ensuring that all parties comply with existing regulations,” he added.
Reports from several village heads indicate that some cooperatives have failed to provide fair earnings to plasma farmers. In response, Pemkab Buol plans to enhance supervision and guidance for cooperatives, emphasizing financial transparency.
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“Going forward, cooperative development must be taken more seriously. Transparent management is key to ensuring plasma farmers are not disadvantaged,” he explained.
Risharyudi also called on all stakeholders to engage in open dialogue to find the best solutions for everyone. He asserted that Pemkab Buol would not hesitate to take firm action against cooperatives found violating regulations.
“If a cooperative is proven to be problematic and violates the rules, the local government will consider its dissolution in accordance with applicable mechanisms,” he stressed.
He concluded that resolving palm oil plantation issues must be done fairly, ensuring that no party is harmed. Through a transparent and equitable approach, Buol’s palm oil industry is expected to grow sustainably, benefiting the community. (P2)
