Rice Prices in Papua Are the Highest in Indonesia (Tuesday, September 3, 2024)
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The National Strategic Food Price Information Center recorded an average daily price of rice (per kg) in modern markets in several provinces reaching Rp 16,080 per kg, data as of Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Overall, the average this week increased compared to last week's average of Rp 15,600 per kg.
The daily price of rice in modern markets in Papua was the most expensive in Indonesia, with a selling price of Rp 32,800 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 modern markets in West Sumatra, the price of rice is sold at Rp 19,100 per kg, making it the second most expensive in the country.
Then, in third place, the price of rice in West Papua is Rp 17,300 per kg, Maluku Rp 17,150 per kg, and Gorontalo Rp 16,650 per kg.
Meanwhile, there are 26 provinces with rice prices below the national average. The three provinces with the lowest rice selling prices are Yogyakarta Special Region, Riau Islands, and West Sulawesi.
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