Rice Prices Highest in These 10 Provinces (Tuesday, November 28, 2023)

The National Strategic Food Price Information Center recorded an average daily price of rice (per kg) in modern markets in several provinces reaching Rp 14,830 per kg, as of Tuesday, November 28, 2023. Overall, the average this week increased compared to the previous week's average of Rp 14,820 per kg.

The daily price of rice in modern markets in West Sumatra was the most expensive in Indonesia, with a selling price of Rp 17,700 per kg. Compared to a month ago, the price of rice in this province is higher. Previously, it was recorded at Rp 13,050 per kg.

Meanwhile, in Gorontalo's modern markets, the price of rice was sold at Rp 15,950 per kg, making it the second most expensive in the country.

Then, in third place, the price of rice in West Papua was Rp 15,900 per kg, Central Kalimantan Rp 15,850 per kg, and Maluku Rp 15,800 per kg.

Meanwhile, there are 17 provinces with rice prices below the national average. The three provinces with the lowest rice selling prices are East Java, Bangka Belitung Islands, and West Sulawesi.