Jakarta, July 6 -- A nation's resilience is measured not only by its economic growth but also by its ability to ensure that every citizen has access to sufficient, safe, nutritious, and affordable food.

Food self-sufficiency, therefore, is not merely about increasing rice production or boosting other agricultural outputs. It is also about how a country builds a system capable of sustaining the well-being of its people over the long term.

This message was underscored during the 17th National Farmers and Fishermen Week (PENAS XVII) 2026, held recently at the David-Toni Sports Complex in Gorontalo District.

Opened by Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka, the national gathering served as a key forum bringing together farmers, fishermen, a...