TIMIKA \u2014 The Balai Karantina Hewan, Ikan dan Tumbuhan Papua Tengah continues to prioritize a humane approach in monitoring the movement of livestock, fisheries, and agricultural commodities across five strategic entry points in the region. The inspections are carried out routinely to protect natural resources while also providing the best possible service to the public.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Head of the Quarantine Office, Anton Panji Mahendra, stated in Timika on Friday that monitoring is conducted at Bandar Udara Mozes Kilangin, Pelabuhan Amamapare, Pelabuhan Pomako, Pelabuhan Nabire, and Bandar Udara Douw Atarure. According to him, the entire Central Papua region falls under their supervisory responsibility to ensure that all commodities entering or leaving comply with quarantine requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe not only conduct inspections, but also educate the public about the importance of quarantine certificates to safeguard the health of animals, fish, and plants in Central Papua,\u201d Anton said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In practice, officers prioritize a persuasive and educational approach. Recently, officials secured fresh and processed pork products without proper certification, which were subsequently destroyed in accordance with procedures. For endemic Papuan wildlife such as parrots and yellow-crested cockatoos that were confiscated, handling was carried out professionally, including health examinations before being handed over to conservation authorities for release back into the wild.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Quarantine Office also pays special attention to monitoring Rabies-Transmitting Animals (HPR) entering through ports and airports. This measure aligns with regional regulations in Mimika that prohibit the entry of rabies-carrying animals, in order to safeguard public health and safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In addition to inspections, the Quarantine Office actively provides health certification services for animals, fish, and plants for residents intending to ship commodities outside the region. Throughout 2025, more than 3,000 certificates have been issued as part of its commitment to transparent and responsive public service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Anton also expressed appreciation for community members who voluntarily report commodities being transported for inspection. \u201cThe active participation of the community greatly helps us in keeping Central Papua safe, healthy, and sustainable,\u201d he concluded.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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