Farmers are planting rice at the beginning of the planting season in Blang Pidie district, Aceh Besar region, Indonesia. Indonesian Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman stated that the country aims to produce over 34 million tons of rice by 2026. This is part of efforts to enhance food security and maintain self-sufficiency in this strategic food. This reflects a shift in the government's food policy, which has always been a source of concern.
Indonesia Aims to Boost Rice Production for Food Security
Indonesia's Agriculture Minister announced a plan to produce over 34 million tons of rice by 2026. This initiative aims to strengthen food security and achieve self-sufficiency, marking a significant shift in government policy.