Food security in Papua

For farmers in Papua, finding a reliable buyer can be almost as important as producing a successful harvest. That market challenge is now being addressed through Bulog Papua corn purchases, …

Rice supply is often more than an economic statistic in Papua. It is closely tied to household welfare, transport networks, market prices and the government’s ability to reach communities spread …

Indonesia is accelerating reforms to its Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program by placing Papua among the highest priorities for implementation and service improvement. The policy reflects the government’s broader commitment …

Indonesia’s state logistics agency, Bulog Papua, has purchased 398 tons of locally produced corn from farmers in Keerom Regency, highlighting the government’s continued efforts to strengthen regional food security while …

“Rumors that have circulated online saying the government is buying community in Papua Selatan land at only Rp100,000 per hectare under the Merauke’s Food Estate program are not true,” Indonesia’s …

As food security is becoming a more important strategic issue across the globe, Merauke in Papua Selatan (South Papua) Province is slowly carving its name as one of Indonesia’s brightest …

Indonesia’s long-term strategy to strengthen food security in Papua is starting to show tangible results; government rice reserves in the region are about 17,000 tonnes, while the state logistics agency …

Papua is set to play a bigger role in Indonesia’s long-term food security strategy after the government’s plan to develop and optimise around 137,000 hectares of agricultural land across the …

Papua’s rich agricultural heritage has the potential to play a bigger role in strengthening regional food security following a dialogue between Indonesia’s Minister of Agriculture and 150 Papuan university students, …

For decades, food imported from other parts of Indonesia has been a mainstay for many communities in Papua Pegunungan (Papua Highlands). Long supply chains, rough terrain, and transportation expenses have …