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Indonesian Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman announced that the national rice stock is adequate to face potential impacts from the El Niño phenomenon, which could affect agricultural production. This statement was made during a press conference on April 7.
The Indonesian government has announced an increase in national food reserves as a proactive measure against the expected drought in 2026, likely to be intensified by the El Niño phenomenon. This initiative aims to ensure food security amidst growing global challenges.
Indonesian Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman has urged local governments to identify drought-prone agricultural areas as a proactive measure against the impacts of El Niño, aiming to protect agricultural production and ensure food security.
Indonesian Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman announced that the government's rice stock has reached <strong>4.6 million tons</strong>, reflecting the country's ability to tackle geopolitical challenges and the El Niño phenomenon. This stock is sufficient to meet citizens' needs for up to <strong>11 months</strong>.
Indonesian Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman stated that the work-from-home policy will not negatively impact agricultural productivity, even amid challenges posed by the El Niño phenomenon. He emphasized that monitoring and coordination can be effectively conducted through digital communication tools.
The Indonesian Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has announced that rainfall rates during the 2026 dry season will be significantly lower than the averages recorded over the past thirty years. This announcement comes as the country prepares for an early and prolonged dry season.
Indonesian Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman confirmed that the country has extensive experience in dealing with El Niño, enabling it to maintain national food production stability. This comes amid forecasts of prolonged drought conditions.
Ahmad Rizal Ramadhan, the Director General of the Indonesian Bulog Company, announced that the company is enhancing its strategies to address potential drought caused by the El Niño phenomenon to ensure food supply stability in the country.
The Indonesian Ministry of Agriculture has announced the activation of 80,158 water pumps to address potential drought caused by the El Niño phenomenon starting in April 2026. This initiative aims to maintain national agricultural productivity and ensure water availability.
The Indonesian government has announced measures to bolster local food reserves in anticipation of potential challenges posed by El Niño, which may impact agricultural production. This initiative is part of the government's preparations for the expected dry season starting in May.
In light of potential threats from the El Niño phenomenon, Indonesia's Ministry of Agriculture has called on farmers to utilize the agricultural insurance program to protect their production. This request is part of the government's efforts to enhance food security in the country.
The head of the disaster management agency in Banjarnegara, Aji Biloroso, announced that the region in Central Java is expected to experience a wet drought in 2026. This prediction comes despite the El Niño phenomenon, which may prolong and intensify the drought season.
Ahmad Rizal Ramdhani, the Director General of Bulog Indonesia, asserts that extreme El Niño effects will not hinder national rice absorption. This statement follows a meeting with the Minister of Agriculture to discuss strategies for enhancing food security.
Indonesian Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman announced that the government has implemented effective measures to stabilize rice production and food reserves in anticipation of a strong El Niño phenomenon expected to last six months starting in April.
Malaysia and Indonesia are experiencing an unprecedented heatwave, with temperatures exceeding 37 degrees Celsius. This extreme weather is significantly affecting daily activities, including food delivery and studying.
Indonesian Public Works Minister, <strong>Dody Hanggodo</strong>, revealed new strategies to address the prolonged drought caused by the <strong>El Niño</strong> phenomenon, aimed at maintaining the country's food security. These plans come amid increasing challenges faced by Indonesia in the agricultural sector.
The Indonesian company Bulog announced that the government's food stock remains secure despite ongoing tensions in the Middle East and threats from the extreme El Niño phenomenon. The company's CEO confirmed that Indonesia has achieved food self-sufficiency, reducing the impact of global crises.