Rice Price Situation Remains Challenging Despite Government Efforts

Continued High Prices in Multiple Regions

The Indonesian government has reported that while progress has been made in controlling rice prices, 37 regions continue to experience high prices. This represents a decrease from the previous week's count of 48 regions. According to Andi Amran Sulaiman, head of the National Food Agency (Bapanas), the task force remains committed to further reducing prices.

Price Trends and Government Intervention

As of November 27, 2025, the national average price for medium-quality rice stood at Rp 13,078 per kilogram, representing a 1.92% decrease from the previous month's price of Rp 13,334/kg. The government continues to implement measures to stabilize rice prices, with Bapanas leading the efforts to ensure food price stability across the country.

Market Analysis and Future Outlook

The persistence of high rice prices in numerous regions highlights the ongoing challenges in Indonesia's food price management. While the reduction in the number of affected regions is a positive sign, the continued high prices indicate that more work is needed to achieve price stability. The government's efforts to intervene in the market through various measures are crucial in addressing this issue.