Unlicensed gold mining activities, known as PETI, are posing a threat to national food security in the Parigi Moutong Regency of Central Sulawesi, Indonesia. The mining operations are occurring across multiple areas within the regency. Concerns have been raised that these activities will negatively impact agricultural production and the region’s ability to contribute to national food supplies. Local officials are being urged to take firm action against the illegal mining. The continuation of PETI poses a direct challenge to the government’s food security programs. Authorities are facing pressure to address the issue and protect agricultural land. The situation highlights the conflict between economic opportunities from informal mining and the need to ensure sustainable food production.