Indonesia Slashes Meat Imports for Private Firms
Indonesia Cuts Private Meat Import Quota to 30,000 Tonnes
Indonesia has sharply reduced the meat import quota allocated to private companies for 2026, cutting it to 30,000 tonnes, down from 180,000 tonnes the previous year.
According to reporting by Jakarta Globe, business associations have warned the move could disrupt supply to the hotel, restaurant and catering sector, where imported meat plays a key role in meeting demand for premium and consistent-quality products.
Industry groups argue the reduced quota is insufficient for private sector needs and have urged the Indonesian government to review the policy, warning it could push up prices, constrain menu offerings, and increase reliance on state-linked import channels.
The decision highlights the ongoing tension in Indonesia between food security policy, domestic production goals, and the needs of commercial foodservice operators.
Source: Jakarta Globe | 12 January 2026
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