Indonesia is expanding its national corn reserves, viewing them as a key tool for strengthening the country’s food security.
As of July 6, stocks reached 190,000 tons, equal to 19% of the official target of 1 million tons, according to data from the Ministry of National Development Planning.
This marks a stronger pace than in 2025, when reserves stood at just 101,800 tons, or about 10% of the same target. The increase highlights the government’s intensified efforts to strengthen food security and market resilience.
Rachmat Pambudy, Minister of National Development Planning, said additional measures are needed to accelerate reserve building. Proposed measures include revising procurement prices, updating grain moisture standards, and expanding public‑private partnerships for corn drying facilities. These adjustments aim to improve efficiency and encourage stronger participation from both farmers and agribusinesses
The government also plans to make greater use of national corn reserves to stabilize prices in both the food and feed markets while ensuring fair returns for farmers. The policy aims to balance producer support with consumer price stability.
Expanding strategic stocks, officials argue, will strengthen the country’s agri‑food system and improve resilience against production swings and global market volatility.