Indonesia’s Retail Rice Market Slows Down Due to Risk of Obesity: Mintel

The retail rice market in Indonesia has experienced a slow growth rate over the past five years as urban Indonesians increasingly avoid high carbohydrate intakes due to an increased risk of obesity, research from global market intelligence firm Mintel showed. According to Mintel’s “Food and Drink report” published on Thursday (22/09), compound annual growth (CAGR)

Indonesia to talk at UN forum on palm oil

The Indonesian Palm Oil Association (GAPKI) will attend an upcoming summit on the development of the oil palm sector at the United Nations headquarters in New York. Palm oil is Indonesia’s main non-oil and gas export, contributing US$18.5 billion in exports last year. The sector also absorbs more than 5 million workers and encourages economic growth in rural areas.