Kendal Open Prison (Lapas Terbuka Kelas IIB Kendal) has taken a significant step forward in its vocational training initiatives by integrating high-quality agricultural inputs into its rehabilitation curriculum. On Friday, November 28, 2025, the facility officially received a donation of 40 superior seedlings, comprising 35 chili plants and 5 rosella plants, to be cultivated within the prison's agricultural zones.
Roni Dermawan, Head of Kendal Open Prison, emphasized that this initiative goes beyond simple farming; it is a strategic investment in human capital. By managing these crops, inmates (WBP) acquire practical agribusiness skills essential for their reintegration into society. The program aims to transform inmates into productive individuals capable of contributing to regional food security upon their release.
The project also promises dual benefits: bolstering the prison’s internal food self-sufficiency and generating potential non-tax state revenue (PNBP) through the sale of harvested produce. Furthermore, the daily engagement in agricultural activities serves a therapeutic purpose, fostering discipline, responsibility, and mental well-being among the inmates.
This collaboration underscores the prison's commitment to evolving from a detention facility into a center for holistic rehabilitation and professional development.
