Minister of Agriculture Syahrul Yasin Limpo has announced the export of nine agricultural commodities, totaling 2,190 tons, from East Java to 17 countries, proving that the agricultural sector is undeterred by the Covid-19 pandemic. From January to mid-June 2020, Indonesia saw an increase in agricultural exports, with a total of 998.1 thousand tons compared to the same period last year. The Minister is planning to highlight new commodities, taro leaves and konjac, for export from East Java. The government views exports as a source of national pride and a blessing for farmers and agribusiness actors.