Bulog Reports Rice Stock of 5.36 Million Tonnes with 6.2 Million Tonnes Storage Capacity
Managing Director of state-owned enterprise Bulog, Ahmad Rizal Ramdhani, stated that the company’s managed rice stocks have reached 5.36 million tonnes, with a storage capacity of approximately 6.2 million tonnes nationwide.
“Currently, our managed rice stock stands at around 5.36 million tonnes, the highest in history, with a total storage capacity of about 6.2 million tonnes,” Rizal confirmed in Jakarta on Monday, 25 May 2026, as reported by Antara.
He added that storage capacity will be continuously strengthened alongside rising national rice production, enabling the food sector SOE to more optimally execute government assignments.
“Particularly in managing government rice reserves and food stabilisation,” he said.
On procurement, Rizal noted that Bulog has absorbed approximately 2.8 million tonnes of rice against a 2025 target of 4 million tonnes. This achievement demonstrates the company’s active role in supporting farmers while bolstering national food stocks.
“Through absorbing domestic production, we not only ensure rice availability but also help maintain price equilibrium between producers and consumers,” Rizal added.
Rizal stated that Bulog has infrastructure spread across Indonesia, including warehouses, logistics networks, and rice processing facilities. These assets are crucial for ensuring a robust, efficient food supply chain that meets regional demands.
“To strengthen this role, Bulog will expand post-harvest infrastructure at 100 locations this year,” he explained.
This move is part of a long-term strategy to support increased production, improve harvest management quality, and sustain food self-sufficiency.
He further stated that Bulog continues to enhance its strategic role in achieving sustainable food self-sufficiency through education and dialogue with the youth. For instance, the company recently invited Bandung university representatives to a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) titled ‘The Role of Universities in Achieving Sustainable Food Self-Sufficiency for Government Food Reserves’ held at Bulog’s main warehouse complex in Cimahi, West Java.
Rizal explained the event provides an open learning platform for students to see how the government, through Bulog, manages government food reserves as part of national food security.
“Through direct warehouse visits, students gain insight into stock management, rice quality, and the role of food infrastructure in ensuring public supply,” Rizal said.
He further stated that strengthening food self-sufficiency extends beyond production, encompassing the nation’s ability to absorb farmer harvests, maintain reserves, bolster post-harvest infrastructure, and ensure affordable food availability.
“This is where Bulog fulfils its role as a national instrument in safeguarding supply, affordability, and price stabilisation of food,” he added.