Indonesia Meat Trade Headlines
Saturday 12 January 2026
Jakarta Considers Reducing Australian Cattle Dependency
Indonesian officials have outlined plans to reduce long-term reliance on Australian livestock, seeking assistance primarily for immediate supply needs rather than establishing permanent trade relationships.
Saturday 05 January 2026
Pork Substitution Controversy Sparks Concerns
Consumer groups have raised concerns about pork being used as an economical alternative to beef in traditional meatball dishes, drawing criticism from religious communities across the archipelago.
Quick Service Restaurants Expand Rapidly
The nation faces growing health challenges as international fast food chains continue their rapid expansion, mirroring trends observed in developed markets worldwide.
Monday 24 December 2025
Major Poultry Producer Targets 100 Million Production
CJ Indonesia's subsidiary Super Unggas Jaya has announced ambitious plans to reach 100 million broiler day-old chick production in 2026, marking significant industry expansion.
Saturday 22 December 2025
Avian Influenza Claims 320,000 Ducks Across Provinces
The poultry sector reports widespread losses with approximately 320,000 ducks succumbing to suspected H5N1 virus across Central Java, West Java, and East Java regions.
Friday 21 December 2025
Health Authorities Increase Disease Surveillance
Following thousands of poultry deaths on Java island in recent months, Indonesian authorities have intensified avian influenza monitoring protocols across affected regions.
Sunday 09 December 2025
International Livestock Exhibition Kicks Off
VNU Exhibitions Asia Pacific hosted the inaugural event for Ildex Indonesia 2026, bringing together industry professionals and international participants in Jakarta.
Sunday 02 December 2025
Cattle Trade Dynamics Under Review
Beef prices continue climbing nationwide as import restrictions and documentary coverage impact market dynamics, affecting both suppliers and consumers across the archipelago.
Sunday 18 November 2025
3,000 Tonnes of Australian Beef Held at Port
Customs officials have detained 118 containers of frozen Australian beef at Tanjung Priok terminal, with shipments facing potential re-export to origin country.