The Ministry of Agriculture of Indonesia is committed to strengthening areca nut production to meet exports

REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, JAMBI - Minister of Agriculture (Mentan) Syahrul Yasin Limpo after accompanying the President to release the export of areca nuts in Jambi Province said that according to the President's direction, the export of areca nut is a promising business opportunity because the demand from various countries is very high. “Areca nut is now a commodity with an economic scale. Therefore, according to the president's direction, the government continues to encourage various provinces that have great potential, including Jambi, to strengthen so that exports can run better," he said. Following the President's instructions, Minister of Agriculture Syahrul is committed to supporting the development of areca nut in various regions including Jambi. The Ministry of Agriculture will encourage areca nut productivity through the provision of quality seeds. He hopes that this effort can increase betel nut exports to foreign countries and strengthen Indonesia's position in global trade. ...