Bangka Belitung Becomes Indonesia's Largest Pepper Producer
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Indonesia is one of the world's largest pepper producers. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), Indonesia is the world's second-largest pepper exporter after Vietnam. The Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS) reports that national pepper production reached 89,900 tons in 2020.
Of Indonesia's 34 provinces, Bangka Belitung was the largest pepper producer last year, with 33,800 tons. This amount represents 37.6% of Indonesia's total pepper production in 2020. Lampung followed with 14,400 tons, and South Sumatra with 82,200 tons.
Bangka Belitung Islands are renowned for their white pepper production. The region's distinctive white pepper has received a geographical indication (GI) certification and boasts a high pungency level of 5%-7%.
Bangka Belitung Governor Erzaldi Rosman stated that the province he leads was the world's largest producer of white pepper in 2014, controlling 37%-40% of the global pepper market.
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