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On 21 October 2025, the management team of Punthuk Sewu conducted a study tour to KingMas Farm. The visit aimed to strengthen the capacity of Punthuk Sewu’s management team by learning directly from an established model of dairy sheep (milk sheep) farming developed at KingMas Farm.

KingMas Farm was selected as the study tour destination due to its experience in developing dairy sheep as a specialized livestock commodity. Sheep milk remains relatively rare in Indonesia, with dairy sheep populations far smaller than those of goats or cattle. However, sheep milk has strong market potential and a higher market price compared to goat and cow milk, making it an attractive option for value-added livestock development.

The study tour was attended by eight Punthuk Sewu managers and formed part of Punthuk Sewu’s broader plan to develop dairy sheep farming and flagship products for use in its training and education facilities. During the visit, participants engaged in direct discussions with KingMas Farm managers and observed day-to-day farm operations.

Key learning areas during the study tour included the selection of suitable sheep breeds for milk production, livestock management practices aimed at increasing milk productivity—such as feed management, animal health, and milking routines—and the development of processed dairy products to enhance value addition and business sustainability.

Through field observations and in-depth discussions, the Punthuk Sewu management team gained practical insights into both the opportunities and challenges of developing dairy sheep farming in the Indonesian context. The visit also encouraged reflection on how the model observed at KingMas Farm could be adapted to the local conditions of Punthuk Sewu, taking into account scale, human resources, and its dual role as a training and learning center.

Overall, the study tour provided valuable knowledge for Punthuk Sewu in planning the initial stages of dairy sheep development as part of an integrated and sustainable agriculture–livestock system. The lessons learned from this activity will inform future program planning, particularly in developing an educational livestock unit that supports training, learning, and community empowerment initiatives at Punthuk Sewu.