Indonesia ships 545 tons of poultry to Singapore, Japan, and Timor-Leste
“Today we are sending poultry and related products to three countries: Singapore, Japan, and Timor Leste,” Sulaiman said at the Ministry of Agriculture office in Jakarta.
He said the exports signal Indonesia’s poultry industry has not only achieved self-sufficiency in chicken and eggs but is also expanding into global markets.
Sulaiman stressed that Indonesia now has strong production capacity after reaching self-sufficiency in eggs and chicken.
“Now we are self-sufficient in eggs, chicken, rice, and other staples. We are pushing exports to other countries. Currently, we have 10 regular export destinations. Today, three countries will receive our poultry products,” he said.
He added that export success proves Indonesia no longer depends on chicken imports.
“We agreed to become a global food hub, covering carbohydrates and protein. Protein, especially poultry, is now self-sufficient and ready for export,” he said.
Sulaiman said rising production should not cause prices to collapse for farmers. The government manages surplus through domestic absorption, including the Free Nutritious Meal program, and expanding export channels.
Exports are handled by four domestic companies, each with varying shipment volumes and values: PT Charoen Pokphand Indonesia Tbk, PT Japfa Comfeed Indonesia Tbk, PT Taat Indah Bersinar, and PT Malindo Food Delight.
For businesses, exports provide market certainty amid abundant domestic production. The government uses surpluses to stabilize farm-level prices and widen global market access.
Director General of Livestock and Animal Health Agung Suganda said export success relies on robust animal health systems, food safety assurance, and international-standard monitoring.
“Each exported product undergoes veterinary certification and strict oversight according to destination requirements. We ensure traceability, biosecurity, and food safety to maintain sustainable exports,” Agung said.
He added that market access is maintained through intensive veterinary diplomacy and technical communication with partner countries, securing international trust through quality and compliance.
With ample production and growing export markets, Indonesia’s poultry sector is stronger. The Ministry will continue balancing production surplus, farm-level price stability, and global market expansion to boost industry competitiveness.
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Translator: M.Harianto, Rahmad Nasution