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Indonesia implements measures to stabilize food and livestock prices
Indonesian government officials are implementing measures to stabilize food prices and support local producers amid fluctuating commodity costs. To address low egg and chicken prices for farmers, the Ministry of Trade is extending the Food Supply and Price Stabilization (SPHP) program for feed through December 2026 and utilizing the 'Makan Bergizi Gratis' (MBG) program to increase product absorption.
Minister of Agriculture Andi Amran Sulaiman has mandated that Nutrition Fulfillment Service Units (SPPG) absorb eggs at a minimum price of Rp26,500 per kg to protect farmers. Additionally, the government aims to lower production costs by reducing feed prices and intends to take strict action against importers who disrupt the domestic market.
Regarding beef, the Ministry of Trade reported that import realization has only reached approximately 40% of the allocated quota. Minister Budi Santoso has urged importers to find more competitive international suppliers and address logistical challenges, such as rising transportation costs, to help lower domestic beef prices, which currently average around Rp142,000 per kg.
Market data from Bank Indonesia's Strategic Food Price Information Center (PIHPS) shows varied price movements for several staples, including fluctuations in rice, chili, garlic, and cooking oil prices.
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Andi Amran Sulaiman · Bank Indonesia · Budi Santoso · Ministry of Agriculture · Ministry of Trade
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The government has allocated import quotas of 30,000 tons for the private sector and 250,000 tons for State-Owned Enterprises (BUMN).
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Rising logistics and transportation costs, driven by oil prices, are contributing to higher import costs.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Beef import realization has averaged approximately 40 percent of the allocated quota. www.cnbcindonesia.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The national average price for beef is approximately Rp142,000 per kilogram. www.cnbcindonesia.com