Java
The Dutch government historically treated
Javanese farmers through a system of colonial exploitation, particularly during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Farmers were often subjected to the Cultivation System, which required them to dedicate a portion of their land and labor to cash crops for export, benefiting the Dutch economy while undermining local agricultural needs. This system led to significant social and economic challenges for the
Javanese farmers, including food shortages and poverty. In contemporary times, the relationship has evolved, but historical impacts still resonate in land rights and agricultural policies.
