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The National Food Agency of Indonesia has confirmed that the recent spike in soybean prices in the Menteng Pulo market is attributed to small traders facing supply shortages, rather than official distributors. The maximum selling price for local soybeans has been set at <strong>11,400</strong> rupiah per kilogram.
Tempeh chip prices in South Jakarta have significantly risen due to a sharp increase in imported soybean prices. The price per kilogram has jumped from <strong>65,000 rupiah</strong> to <strong>70,000 rupiah</strong>, impacting production and sales costs.
Russian wheat export prices saw a slight increase last week due to rising demand from importers and market fears of renewed escalation in the Iranian conflict. These developments raise concerns about the stability of global food markets.
Economic reports indicate that food prices, such as rice, have not risen significantly since the onset of the war in Iran, surprising many. A new analysis reveals the current state of markets amid regional conflicts.