Social Criticism in Cassava Gardens: Central Java
- A new dance performance, "Srawung Cassava," aims to promote cassava as a key component of Indonesia's national food security strategy, emphasizing its nutritional value and symbolic representation of...
- The "Srawung Cassava" dance is part of a broader government initiative to diversify food sources and strengthen national food security.
- Yoyok explained the choice of cassava as a symbol was deliberate.
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Srawung Cassava Dance Highlights Indonesia’s Food Security Focus
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A new dance performance, “Srawung Cassava,” aims to promote cassava as a key component of Indonesia’s national food security strategy, emphasizing its nutritional value and symbolic representation of collaboration and resilience.
Published September 28, 2025, at 09:57 AM
Promoting Cassava as a National Food Source
The “Srawung Cassava” dance is part of a broader government initiative to diversify food sources and strengthen national food security. Yoyok, a key figure involved in the programme, stressed the importance of balancing government objectives with sufficient resources, encompassing everything from kitchen provisions to nutritional feasibility assessments.
Yoyok explained the choice of cassava as a symbol was deliberate. The branching pattern of cassava leaves represents the many hands needed to work together for success. “Cassava trees are straight, but the leaves are like hands. It symbolizes that to succeed this program, many parties (mutual cooperation) need, accuracy, and caution,” he stated.
Nutritional and Cultural Significance of Cassava
Beyond its symbolic value, cassava is being positioned as a nutritionally relevant food source. Yoyok highlighted its richness in carbohydrates, fiber, and vitamins, positioning it as a viable contributor to national food security. Cassava is being promoted as a healthy option to rice.
“We wont to illustrate that cassava can be a healthy food alternative. The nutritional content and carbohydrates are able to, if consumed as a substitute for rice. In addition,cassava has become part of culinary culture in Indonesia for a long time,” Yoyok explained.Cassava-based dishes are already deeply ingrained in Indonesian cuisine; examples include gaplek, getuk, and singkong keju.
| Nutrient | Amount per 100g Cassava (Raw) | % Daily Value (approx.) | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 160 | 8% | |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 14% | |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% | |
| Vitamin C | 20mg | 33% |