The Pontianak City Government in West Kalimantan is backing farmers in North Pontianak who are growing sorghum as an alternative to rice, providing a new income source. The initiative is aimed at reducing inflation and diversifying the city's culinary scene. The government will support these farmers with capital and equipment, and will work with relevant agencies to achieve this. The city's Food, Agriculture and Fisheries Service is also working to educate the public about the benefits of sorghum.