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Indonesia’s rice reserves hit record 5.19 million tons, Minister says

Indonesia’s rice reserves reached a record 5.2 million tons in April 2026, boosting food security. The government expanded storage capacity and halted...

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English

Indonesia ready for El Niño with rice surplus: minister

Indonesia claims rice self-sufficiency, ending imports of medium-grade rice and achieving surplus production within a year. The country is also self-sufficient in...

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Rice News in English

Indonesia’s Bulog eyes export opportunity from Malaysia rice request

Malaysia’s request for 200,000 tonnes of rice opens a strong export opportunity for Indonesia. With ample stocks nearing 5 million tonnes, Bulog...

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Rice News in English

Indonesia launches biochar guide to lift rice yields and cut emissions

Indonesia’s central bank has launched a climate-smart agriculture guide promoting biochar technology to improve rice yields, cut emissions, and strengthen food security....

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Edible Oil News in English

Indonesia to develop malapari oil as sustainable alternative fuel

Indonesia’s BRIN is partnering with private firms to develop malapari (Pongamia pinnata) in East Nusa Tenggara as a sustainable biofuel source. The...

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Rice News in English

Indonesia : Gov’t to restore 98,000 hectares of damaged rice fields in Sumatra

Indonesia is rehabilitating 98,000 hectares of disaster-hit rice fields in Sumatra to restore food output and farmer incomes. Efforts include repairing irrigation,...

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Rice News in English

Indonesia halts rice, sugar, corn imports in 2026

Indonesia has banned all rice, sugar, and corn imports for 2026 after strong production forecasts signaled full self-sufficiency. The government canceled even...