The transition from traditional farming systems to more modern commercial poultry production is currently underway gradually. However, uneven adoption requires appropriate strategies and ecosystems.
In recent years, commercial poultry farming in Indonesia has continued to show significant development amid various pressures, such as production efficiency, unpredictable environmental conditions, and fluctuations in livebird prices. Modern housing systems and automated equipment have also been implemented to help farmers improve efficiency and simplify farm management.
The transition from traditional farming systems to more modern commercial poultry production is now progressing step by step. In the broiler sector, many farmers have switched to closed-house systems and various automated tools. Meanwhile, in the layer sector, most farmers still use conventional systems, and only a few have adopted closed houses.
This wave of transformation is expected to accelerate. One indicator is the government—particularly the Ministry of Agriculture—which is actively encouraging the modernization of commercial poultry production, especially in layer farming. This effort aims to ensure an adequate supply of hygienic, high-quality eggs and strengthen the competitiveness of the national poultry industry.
On the other hand, the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program initiated by the Prabowo–Gibran administration is another driver of the need to accelerate modernization. Starting in 2026, the government targets 82.9 million children in Indonesia as beneficiaries. A variety of protein sources—particularly animal protein—must be included in MBG menus to fulfill Indonesian children’s nutritional needs. This policy direction will drive demand for animal protein such as chicken meat and eggs.
Additionally, Indonesian consumption of chicken meat and eggs still lags far behind that of neighboring countries like Malaysia. Farmers, feed companies, input suppliers, and other poultry stakeholders all recognize that domestic consumption has room to grow. To optimize this growing production capacity, modern technology is needed.
Technology adoption in Indonesia’s commercial poultry sector has progressed rapidly in recent years. Business efficiency, environmental dynamics, and advances in modern chicken genetics are the main drivers behind the increasing use of automation.
However, adoption has not been evenly distributed, particularly among small- and medium-scale farmers who face challenges in investment, technical skills, and limited access. Advanced technologies such as IoT-based monitoring systems, sensor-equipped tools, and digital platforms for farm management are also still not widely used due to various constraints.
Modernization should be understood not only as the adoption of tools but also as a comprehensive transformation process that is gradual, measurable, and supported by the right ecosystem. Synergy among the government, academia, industry players, and supporting institutions is crucial to building a conducive ecosystem for modernization.
This article is an excerpt from the Main Report section of Poultry Indonesia magazine, November 2025 edition. Read the full article in the November 2025 edition of Poultry Indonesia Magazine. For subscriptions or more information, contact: https://wa.me/+6287780120754 or sirkulasipoultry@gmail.com
