Yes, backyard chicken farming is generally permitted in Indonesia, but compliance with national and local regulations is mandatory. The Ministry of Agriculture’s 2023 Permentan No. 22/2023 and regional ordinances govern poultry husbandry, with enforcement tightening ahead of the 2026 Gerakan Nasional Pangan Murah (GNP) initiative to curb avian flu risks and ensure food security.
Key Regulations for Keeping Backyard Chickens in Indonesia
- Permits and Zoning: Local governments (e.g., DKI Jakarta’s Perda No. 2/2022) require permits for poultry rearing in urban areas, with strict zoning prohibitions in residential zones lacking veterinary clearance. Rural permits are simpler but must align with Permentan No. 4/2017 on biosecurity.
- Health and Biosecurity: Mandatory vaccination against Newcastle disease (ND) and avian influenza (AI) per Kepmentan No. 22/2021, with quarterly veterinary inspections. Flock size limits (typically ≤50 birds) apply in high-density zones to mitigate disease transmission risks.
- Waste and Nuisance Controls: Compliance with UU No. 18/2009 on livestock waste management requires sealed coops, odor mitigation, and waste disposal systems approved by local sanitation agencies (e.g., Dinas Lingkungan Hidup). Violations trigger fines or forced culling under Perpres No. 47/2012.