LIMBUNG, Indonesia — Sarijan is one of many Indonesians facing criminal prosecution for using fire in farming practices. Following President Joko Widodo’s commitment to prevent a recurrence of the devastating 2015 wildfire and air pollution crisis, Mongabay’s investigation—rooted in court records and personal interviews—explores the complexities surrounding agricultural burning in Indonesia.
Watch the video to understand the implications for local farmers and the ongoing efforts to safeguard the environment while supporting sustainable farming practices.
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Banner Image: Sarijan stands in an abandoned rice field in Limbung. Image by Victor Fidelis Sentosa for Mongabay.
Traditional small farmers burned by Indonesia’s war on wildfires