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What factors compel agricultural communities to move to new fields?
What factors compel agricultural communities to move to new fields?
The diminishing productivity and fertility of previously cultivated land compel them to seek new fields.
How do irrigation and water sources contribute to the establishment of rice field systems?
How do irrigation and water sources contribute to the establishment of rice field systems?
Irrigation and water sources are essential for supporting the cultivation of rice, which thrives in wet conditions.
What happens to the fertility of the land after several harvests?
What happens to the fertility of the land after several harvests?
The fertility of the land decreases after several harvests, leading to reduced productivity.
What practice is associated with moving to new fields in shifting agriculture?
What practice is associated with moving to new fields in shifting agriculture?
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How does the concept of artificial ecosystems relate to agricultural practices described?
How does the concept of artificial ecosystems relate to agricultural practices described?
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How does the agricultural sector contribute to the achievement of SDGs?
How does the agricultural sector contribute to the achievement of SDGs?
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What are the two main SDG targets related to agriculture?
What are the two main SDG targets related to agriculture?
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In what ways do food needs increase with population growth?
In what ways do food needs increase with population growth?
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What is the projected Indonesian population for 2030 according to BPS estimates?
What is the projected Indonesian population for 2030 according to BPS estimates?
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How are humans described in relation to their needs for survival?
How are humans described in relation to their needs for survival?
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What role does the agricultural sector play in combating environmental issues?
What role does the agricultural sector play in combating environmental issues?
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What is the significance of the 17 SDGs and 169 targets in the context of agriculture?
What is the significance of the 17 SDGs and 169 targets in the context of agriculture?
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Why is understanding the relationship between food needs and population important for agriculture?
Why is understanding the relationship between food needs and population important for agriculture?
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What agricultural innovation did the Green Revolution introduce to help improve crop yield?
What agricultural innovation did the Green Revolution introduce to help improve crop yield?
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What was the primary goal of the Panca Usaha Tani Project in Indonesia?
What was the primary goal of the Panca Usaha Tani Project in Indonesia?
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How did the Green Revolution affect smallholder farming in Indonesia?
How did the Green Revolution affect smallholder farming in Indonesia?
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Who is credited with sparking the Green Revolution?
Who is credited with sparking the Green Revolution?
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What infrastructure developments were significant during the New Order Era for agriculture?
What infrastructure developments were significant during the New Order Era for agriculture?
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What does the term 'agricultural involution' refer to in the context of the Green Revolution?
What does the term 'agricultural involution' refer to in the context of the Green Revolution?
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What was the primary purpose of the Colonial Agrarian Law (1870) in the Dutch East Indies?
What was the primary purpose of the Colonial Agrarian Law (1870) in the Dutch East Indies?
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Explain the difference between erfpacht and eigendom rights in the context of Dutch colonial land laws.
Explain the difference between erfpacht and eigendom rights in the context of Dutch colonial land laws.
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What was the focus of the Five Year Development Plan (Repelita) during the New Order Era?
What was the focus of the Five Year Development Plan (Repelita) during the New Order Era?
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What was the Self-Serving Food Material Mass Demonstration (Denmas SSBM) intended to achieve?
What was the Self-Serving Food Material Mass Demonstration (Denmas SSBM) intended to achieve?
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How did ethnic politics in the 1890s change the perception of Indonesia in colonial policy?
How did ethnic politics in the 1890s change the perception of Indonesia in colonial policy?
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What were the three main focuses of ethnic politics introduced in the 1890s?
What were the three main focuses of ethnic politics introduced in the 1890s?
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During the Old Order Era (1945–1967), what challenge did Indonesia face regarding food supply?
During the Old Order Era (1945–1967), what challenge did Indonesia face regarding food supply?
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What significant event concerning agriculture took place on April 27, 1952, involving President Sukarno?
What significant event concerning agriculture took place on April 27, 1952, involving President Sukarno?
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What did President Sukarno mean by referring to his speech as 'About Life or Death' in the context of Indonesian agriculture?
What did President Sukarno mean by referring to his speech as 'About Life or Death' in the context of Indonesian agriculture?
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What was established in 1974 to enhance agricultural research in Indonesia?
What was established in 1974 to enhance agricultural research in Indonesia?
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In what way did the forced cultivation system (Cultuurstelsel) exploit the resources of the Dutch East Indies?
In what way did the forced cultivation system (Cultuurstelsel) exploit the resources of the Dutch East Indies?
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What significant agricultural advancement did Indonesia achieve by 1984?
What significant agricultural advancement did Indonesia achieve by 1984?
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Which decree in 1993 led to the establishment of agricultural technology institutes in Indonesia?
Which decree in 1993 led to the establishment of agricultural technology institutes in Indonesia?
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How did agricultural policies change between 2000 and 2004 in Indonesia?
How did agricultural policies change between 2000 and 2004 in Indonesia?
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What was the primary focus of the 1998 agricultural policy in Indonesia?
What was the primary focus of the 1998 agricultural policy in Indonesia?
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What did Presidential Instruction No. 9/2002 address in terms of food management?
What did Presidential Instruction No. 9/2002 address in terms of food management?
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What law enacted in 2006 contributed to the revitalization of agriculture in Indonesia?
What law enacted in 2006 contributed to the revitalization of agriculture in Indonesia?
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What was the outcome of agricultural revitalization efforts by 2008?
What was the outcome of agricultural revitalization efforts by 2008?
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Study Notes
The Role of Agriculture in Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Agriculture significantly contributes to achieving SDGs, enhancing human welfare and environmental health.
- Directly linked to SDGs targets focusing on eradicating poverty ("No Poverty") and hunger ("Zero Hunger") by 2030.
- The agricultural sector impacts 17 SDGs and 169 targets encompassing poverty, hunger, health, education, gender equality, and environmental sustainability.
Population Growth and Food Needs
- Indonesian population in 2015: 238.5 million; 2020: 271.1 million (predicted growth to 294.1 million by 2030).
- Food is a primary human need linked to population growth, requiring access to resources like water and irrigation for sustainable agriculture.
Agricultural Practices and Environmental Impact
- Traditional shifting cultivation practices lead to forest clearing for agricultural land, resulting in diminished soil fertility over time.
- Productivity decreases after several harvests, prompting communities to migrate and clear new fields.
Colonial Agricultural Policies
- Colonial agrarian law established in 1870; Erfpacht rights allowed cultivation of abandoned state-owned lands.
- Ethnic politics in the late 19th century shifted views towards developing Indonesian agriculture focused on irrigation, education, and migration, primarily benefiting Dutch interests.
Indonesian Agriculture Post-Independence (1945)
- From 1950-1959, Indonesia faced food shortages; initiatives like the Agricultural Institute launched to advance agricultural practices.
- Green Revolution initiated in 1963 led to national movements promoting modern agricultural methods, including the use of high-yield varieties (HYV) and improved practices.
Green Revolution Impact
- The Green Revolution (1950-1980) transformed subsistence agriculture into business agriculture in Indonesia.
- Spurred self-sufficiency in food production and developed superior agricultural systems, though productivity per unit of labor did not see corresponding growth.
Agricultural Development Phases
- New Order Era (1967-1997): Massive investments in agricultural infrastructure; focus on food self-sufficiency with the establishment of cooperatives and research institutions.
- Reform Era (1997-2014): Post-1998, policies shifted to an agribusiness approach; notable legislation and strategies to revitalize agriculture and achieve rice self-sufficiency by 2008.
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This quiz explores the critical role agriculture plays in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and highlights its impact on poverty, hunger, and environmental sustainability. Learn about the relationship between population growth, food needs, and agricultural practices, as well as their implications for the future.