# agriculture

Latest news group about agriculture.

US Soybean Exporters Praise Indonesia for Avoiding Retaliatory Tariffs

According to USSEC data, the United States supplies up to 2.6 million tons of soybeans to Indonesia annually.
Business Jul 10, 2025 | 6:06 pm

Police Investigate Alleged Rice Cartel as Prices Spike

Indonesia is auditing rice producers over alleged fraud and price manipulation, with officials warning of possible cartel practices.
News Jul 10, 2025 | 2:10 pm

Army General Named New Bulog Chief as Predecessor Returns to Military

Maj. Gen. Ahmad Rizal Ramdhani has been selected to succeed Novi, but he must first retire from the Indonesian Armed Forces (TNI).
Business Jul 9, 2025 | 6:21 pm

Indonesia’s Palm Oil Exports Surge 27.89% with Pakistan, India as Top Buyers

From a volume standpoint, Indonesia's exports of crude palm oil and its derivatives totaled 8.30 million tons in January-May 2025.
Business Jul 1, 2025 | 8:51 pm

Agriculture Minister to Expose 212 Rice Brands for Alleged Mislabeling and Price Gouging

Violations include mislabeling lower-quality rice as premium, selling above the government’s price ceiling, and operating without licenses.
Business Jun 30, 2025 | 6:42 pm

Indonesia Aims for Sugar Self-Sufficiency by 2027, Says VP Gibran

Indonesia targets sugar self-sufficiency by 2027, with VP Gibran vowing strong government support for farmers and the sugar industry.
News Jun 23, 2025 | 5:29 pm

Over 20,000 Live Cattle Imported from Australia to Boost Indonesia’s Meat and Dairy Output

The government has lifted restrictions on live cattle imports and offers incentives to boost domestic meat and dairy production.
Business Jun 23, 2025 | 12:50 pm

Indonesia Seeks Joint Venture Fertilizer Plant with Russia

Indonesia would increase crude palm oil (CPO) exports to Russia, while in return, Russia would facilitate beef exports to Indonesia.
Business Jun 23, 2025 | 9:52 am

Indonesia Lifts Quota on Live Cattle Imports to Boost Meat and Dairy Supply

Indonesia plans to import up to 2 million live cattle over the next five years, including 1.2 million dedicated to dairy production.
Business Jun 15, 2025 | 8:17 pm

Indonesia to Stop Corn Imports by 2026, Prabowo Says

President Prabowo aims to halt corn imports by 2026, citing a 48% surge in local output and a push for farmer welfare and food independence.
Business Jun 6, 2025 | 4:56 pm

Indonesia ‘Ready’ to Export Rice to Other ASEAN Countries

Indonesian and Malaysian businesses have already struck a rice export deal, according to Agricultural Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman.
Business May 30, 2025 | 2:25 pm

Indonesia’s Rice Reserves Hit 4 Million Tons as Government Ramps Up Local Procurement

National rice production in January-May 2025 reached an estimated 16.55 million tons -- a significant 11.95 percent year-on-year increase.
Business May 30, 2025 | 12:52 pm

Emergency Reserves, High Prices, Rationing -- How Did Japan's Rice Crisis Get This Far?

To cope with shortfalls this year, the government has released rice reserves. But the grain has been slow to reach supermarket shelves.
Business May 23, 2025 | 10:22 am

Indonesia Plans 2,000-Ton Monthly Rice Exports to Malaysia

Indonesia’s potential to export rice stems from its abundant reserves, now nearly 4 million tons, managed by the State Logistics Agency.
Business May 16, 2025 | 11:14 am

Indonesia Aims to Overtake Vietnam in Global Coffee Production

The government is now focusing on expanding coffee production, recognizing its significant potential in the global market.
News May 15, 2025 | 2:33 pm

Argentina Seeks Beef Export Deal as Indonesia Offers Poultry and Fruit in Return

As one of the world’s largest beef exporters, Argentina is working to fulfill Indonesia’s health and halal certification requirements.
Business May 14, 2025 | 8:31 pm