The calves resulting from Artificial Insemination (AI) in Naramben Village, Skanto District, Keerom Regency, Papua Province, have shown quite good growth since being born in mid-May. These calves are the outcome of Insemination using Frozen Semen from the Superior Bull Bluddy and Agent from the Singosari Artificial Insemination Center. The development of these calves in Papua reflects the success of the AI program in the region.

The positive growth of these calves signifies that the availability of feed and the overall health of the livestock have been well maintained. Papua Province possesses a significant potential in terms of natural resources, including vast land and ample sources of feed. This potential is highly suitable for the development of the livestock subsector, particularly in the realm of beef cattle development by establishing livestock grazing areas.

The increasing number of born calves showcases the progress and success of the SIKOMANDAN Program (Cattle and Buffalo as Main Commodities), whose primary aim is to enhance the population of cattle and buffalo in Indonesia to meet the national demand for animal protein. To achieve this population increase, one of the measures taken is the implementation of Artificial Insemination (AI) technology. Apart from elevating the population, AI is also intended to improve the genetic quality of the livestock. Through AI activities, the dissemination of superior livestock genetics can be achieved in an affordable, efficient, and swift manner, ultimately boosting the income of livestock farmers.



The SIKOMANDAN Program is executed through Reproduction Optimization activities. This approach aims to enhance livestock service systems for the community, improve reproductive and livestock production management. The implementation of Reproduction Optimization is carried out in an integrated manner, encompassing the distribution of frozen semen and liquid nitrogen, addressing reproductive disorders, preserving productive females, reinforcing feed quality, and enhancing human resources through training in Artificial Insemination (AI), Pregnancy Examination (PKb), and Reproductive Technical Assistance (ATR).

With the increasing cattle population nationwide through SIKOMANDAN, the contribution of local meat production will rise alongside the expansion of efforts in the livestock sector, particularly in cattle and buffalo. Thus, our hope is to achieve self-sufficiency in beef by the year 2026.