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Indonesia manages rice reserves and food security programs

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2026-10-06 19:58 UTC → 2026-10-24 01:52 UTC · added ~~removed~~

Indonesia continues its large-scale food security and drought mitigation initiatives. Perum Bulog is distributing approximately 997,200 tons of rice to 33.24 million beneficiaries for the July–September 2026 period. As of early September 2026, officials report that food security remains stable despite potential El Nino disruptions. Bulog President Director Ahmad Rizal Ramdhani stated that national rice stocks are approximately 4.9 million tons, following a peak of 5.4 million tons. By mid-September 2026, government rice reserves decreased further to 4.722 million tons, a reduction attributed to massive food aid distribution and the Food Supply and Price Stabilization (SPHP) program, which has distributed approximately 800,000 tons of rice to maintain market stability. To meet consumer demand for high-quality products, BULOG has partnered with PT Padi Indonesia Maju, a member of the Wilmar Group, to produce and distribute premium rice through modern retail networks. ~~Regarding the rice assistance program, the government has extended support through December 2026 to protect low-income households from weather-related supply pressures.~~ In late September 2026, Minister of Agriculture Andi Amran Sulaiman warned that illegal rice imports threaten food self-sufficiency and harm approximately 115 million ~~farmers.~~ farmers, citing massive economic losses from violations. By late September 2026, Bulog reported national rice stocks at approximately 4.8 million tons, deemed sufficient to meet needs through year-end. To support the Makan Bergizi Gratis (MBG) program, the government has opted to use Bulog’s premium rice, branded as ‘Beras Kita Premium’, which is a strictly commercial supply that does not utilize government subsidies. Bulog has distributed 60,000 tons of premium rice to retail networks, targeting 300,000 tons by December 2026. ~~Additionally, Bulog has achieved significant procurement milestones, reaching a peak of 4 million tons~~ In October 2026, the government accelerated its food self-sufficiency timeline, aiming to achieve the goal within one year under the administration of ~~grain~~ President Prabowo Subianto. This push involves collaborative efforts between ministries, local governments, and ~~rice in September 2026, following a record 3 million tons in 2025.~~ state enterprises to strengthen domestic production and mitigate the impact of climate change.

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