Indonesia’s rice production in 2022 estimated to reach 32 million metric tons

Statistics Indonesia (BPS) projected the country’s rice production in 2022 will reach 32.07 million metric tons (MT).

This will be 2.29% higher than the 31.36 million MT in 2021.

Java Island’s rice production of 18 million MT comprises more than 50% of the country’s total output.

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IRRI commends Indonesia for strong efforts to achieve rice self-sufficiency
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IRRI and Indonesia pens 5-year partnership to uplift agricultural productivity and farmer livelihood
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