Super I Grade Rice Prices in West Sumatra Are the Highest in Indonesia (Friday, May 17, 2024)

The National Strategic Food Price Information Center recorded an average daily price of IDR 16,880 per kg for Super I quality rice in modern markets across several provinces as of Friday, May 17, 2024. Overall, the average this week decreased compared to last week's average of IDR 16,950 per kg.

The daily price of Super I quality rice in modern markets in West Sumatra was the highest in Indonesia, at IDR 20,550 per kg. Compared to a month ago, the price of Super I quality rice in this province is higher; previously it was recorded at IDR 13,300 per kg.

Meanwhile, in modern markets in DKI Jakarta, the price of Super I quality rice was sold at IDR 19,900 per kg, making it the second most expensive in the country.

Then, in third place, the price of Super I quality rice in Central Kalimantan was IDR 19,450 per kg, North Kalimantan IDR 19,300 per kg, and East Nusa Tenggara IDR 19,000 per kg.

Meanwhile, there are 16 provinces with Super I quality rice prices below the national average. The three provinces with the lowest selling prices for Super I quality rice are South Kalimantan, West Sulawesi, and South Sumatra.