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Indonesia corn production and food self-sufficiency

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Indonesia is expanding corn production to support national food self-sufficiency goals. Early developments include a 100-hectare project for Bhayangkara corn seeds in East Java and seasonal cultivation in Bantul. By late September, farmers in regions such as Lampung Tengah, Pesawaran, Wonogiri, and Tuban reported harvest yields 10-15 percent higher than average due to DEKALB DK79C seeds, despite El Niño risks. Recent harvest events have been used to address social and infrastructural issues. In Gunungkidul, the Directorate General of Immigration held a harvest to “strengthen food security and prevent human trafficking and smuggling.” In Sukoharjo, Governor Ahmad Luthfi addressed farmer concerns regarding water scarcity, deep wells, and farm roads. By September 2026, agricultural productivity and farmer welfare showed positive trends. In West Java, the Farmer Terms of Trade (NTP) rose to 120.54, as increased prices for commodities like grain, chili, and beans outpaced production costs, improving farmer purchasing power. Central Java has emerged as a critical national food granary, producing 2.68 million tons of corn between January and September 2026. As the country’s second-largest corn producer, the province contributes approximately 17.02 percent to national production. To sustain these levels, Governor Luthfi has emphasized the necessity of maintaining agricultural land, securing fertilizer distribution, and ensuring water availability through irrigation and wells. In early October 2026, inspections at the Cipinang Rice Market in Jakarta by Perum BULOG and Commission IV of the Indonesian House of Representatives confirmed abundant rice stocks. Officials noted that supply flows from West Java, Central Java, and East Java are running smoothly, keeping market prices controlled and affordable. In West Java, rice prices remained stable as of October 2, 2026, while other commodities like shallots saw slight decreases due to harvests in Central and East Java.

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