Indonesian housewife Sutinah joined hundreds at a local police station before dawn, seeking affordable rice amid a shortage and record-high prices. Despite self-sufficiency struggles since the 1980s, rice remains a staple for over 90% of families, but production fell 18% last year due to El Nino.
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Rice Prices in Indonesia
With the dry season looming, concerns grow over further price hikes impacting the poorer segments. Rice isn’t just sustenance; it’s cultural identity and landscape. Rising prices risk food insecurity, debt for farmers, and social unrest, highlighting the critical need for sustainable solutions in Indonesia’s rice industry.
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