Jakarta, Jan. 5 -- Indonesia is hellbent on becoming self-sufficient in food commodities, particularly rice, through a sweeping reform of its agriculture sector. This ambition is fueled by the country's memory of 1984, when domestic production alone was enough to feed the entire population.

Under President Prabowo Subianto and Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka, Indonesia's new administration has unfurled eight guiding missions-collectively branded Asta Cita-as its blueprint for progress.

At the heart of those missions lies food security, framed not just as the foundation of self-reliance but as a promise to nurture production growth, shield farmers, and sustain the nation's agricultural system.

Playing a critical role in this agend...