# Food Inflation Surges in Indonesia

> Indonesia's food inflation hit 5.81% in October 2026, but government says it's within target and linked to farmers' income.
- Title: Food Inflation Surges in Indonesia | Shortify
- Summary: Indonesia's food inflation hit 5.81% in October 2026, but government says it's within target and linked to farmers' income. Indonesia's food inflation rose…
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- Source: VOI - Waktunya Merevolusi Pemberitaan — https://voi.id/en/ekonomi/601047
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## October 2026 Food Inflation
Food inflation surged to 5.81 percent in October 2026, far exceeding general inflation of 3.23 percent.
## Government Response
Coordinating Minister Airlangga Hartarto says inflation remains under control within the 2.5 percent target range.
## Farmers' Income Link
Government associates food price increases with farmers' income, but does not specify impact on their earnings.
## Rice Assistance Program
Government provides 30 kilograms of rice per beneficiary family to help reduce food price pressure.
## Key takeaway

Indonesia's food inflation rose to 5.81% in October 2026, but the government says it remains within target and benefits farmers.