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Maluku Government Accelerates Downstreaming to Achieve Regional Food Self-Sufficiency
The Provincial Government of Maluku has launched a strategic downstreaming initiative for its primary commodities to achieve regional food self-sufficiency and enhance the economic well-being of local farmers. Governor Hendrik Lewerissa stated that this policy aligns with national priorities to establish independence in food, energy, and water resources. Rather than…
Strengthening Regional Economy: Papua’s Success in Inaugural Fishery Exports
Two companies based in Papua, PT Indoprima Utama Mina and CV Putra Raja Bahari, have successfully achieved their inaugural export of premium fishery commodities to international markets this February. This milestone was made possible through intensive assistance and synergy provided by the Sorong Customs Office to ensure compliance with export…
Harnessing Nusantara’s Botanical Heritage: BRIN’s Innovation in High-Value Fragrances
The National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) is leading a transformative shift by developing premium fragrance products derived from Indonesia's indigenous botanical resources. Through the Applied Botany Research Center, BRIN has successfully created high-end perfumes and skincare serums utilizing local commodities like frankincense, camphor, and cloves. This initiative aims to…
Indonesia Enhances Oversight of Government Farm Equipment Aid
The Indonesian government has mandated a nationwide inventory and stricter oversight of agricultural machinery distributed under its farm aid programs to ensure the equipment is used productively to support national food self-sufficiency goals. Officials have instructed the ministry’s provincial offices to detail the condition, location, and utilization of tractors, combine…
