Nganjuk shallot production increases as local government moves to stabilize prices

Shallot production in Nganjuk, East Java, has seen a significant boost in productivity. Demonstration plots have achieved yields of 20 tons per hectare, an increase of approximately 11-12 percent compared to previous harvests of 18 tons per hectare. This growth is supported by optimized cultivation practices and nutritional management, involving 120 farmers across six districts.

East Java plays a critical role in Indonesia's national shallot supply, contributing roughly 23 percent of the 2,085,721 tons produced nationwide in 2024. Nganjuk remains a primary center for this commodity, featuring the local 'Tajuk' variety, known for its uniform size and long shelf life.

To protect local farmers from price volatility, the Nganjuk Regency Government is implementing measures to limit the influx of shallots from outside the region. Regent Marhaen Djumadi stated that while there is no formal written regulation, the administration is monitoring external supplies to prevent market saturation that could depress local prices. The government is also coordinating harvest schedules across the region's 22,000 hectares of shallot land to ensure price stability during the current harvest season, which is expected to continue through late September 2026.