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South Kalimantan Provincial Government Intensifies Cheap Food Movement to Control Inflation

From Republika · (5m ago) Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • The South Kalimantan provincial government is intensifying its cheap food movement to control inflation.
  • The initiative involves various regional work units to stabilize food prices and maintain inflation at 4.83 percent.
  • Efforts include direct intervention on strategic commodities like rice through price subsidies and increased production of horticultural crops.

The provincial government of South Kalimantan is taking proactive steps to combat rising prices and ensure food security for its citizens through its "Gerakan Pangan Murah" (Cheap Food Movement). This initiative, involving a coordinated effort across multiple regional agencies, demonstrates a commitment to stabilizing the economy and protecting household purchasing power, especially in the face of inflation that has reached 4.83 percent.

By focusing on essential commodities such as rice, chili peppers, and onions, the government aims to not only alleviate immediate price pressures but also to bolster long-term food resilience. The involvement of the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Trade, alongside other relevant bodies, signifies a comprehensive approach that addresses both supply and demand dynamics. The utilization of contingency funds further underscores the urgency and seriousness with which the provincial administration views inflation control.

Gubernur menginstruksikan seluruh dinas terkait untuk turun langsung melaksanakan GPM, terutama di wilayah dengan tekanan inflasi tinggi.

— Syamsir RahmanThe Head of the South Kalimantan Agriculture and Food Security Agency explained the governor's directive for all relevant agencies to actively implement the cheap food movement in high-inflation areas.

From a local perspective in South Kalimantan, these measures are crucial. They directly impact the daily lives of residents by making staple foods more affordable and accessible. The emphasis on increasing domestic production of horticultural goods also supports local farmers and contributes to the regional economy. This integrated strategy, combining market interventions with agricultural development, reflects a practical and responsive governance model aimed at ensuring the well-being of the community and maintaining economic stability within the province.

Langkah ini tidak hanya untuk menekan harga dalam jangka pendek, tetapi juga menjaga ketersediaan pasokan guna memperkuat ketahanan pangan daerah.

— Syamsir RahmanThe official highlighted the dual purpose of the initiatives: short-term price reduction and long-term strengthening of regional food security.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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