Jakarta, Nov. 23 -- Coordinating Minister for Food Zulkifli Hasan said Indonesia will need 82.9 million servings of protein for the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) program in 2026, in line with the number of projected beneficiaries.

"Next year we will provide MBG meals to 82.9 million beneficiaries. If we give one egg a day, we will need 82.9 million eggs. If we provide fish, we will need 82.9 million pieces of fish," he said at the 2025 National Fish Day event in Jakarta on Sunday.

To meet these needs, the government is exploring potential sources of protein. He said that without new supplies and amid rising demand, market prices for protein could increase.

The government is therefore assessing region-specific protein options, noting diver...