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| Rice Supplies Secure Ahead of Chinese New Year and Ramadan 2026, Bulog Kalbar Urges Residents Not to Panic. |
Pontianak – Good news for residents of West Kalimantan. Perum Bulog’s West Kalimantan Regional Office (Bulog Kalbar) has confirmed that government rice reserves (CBP) are safe and more than sufficient to meet public demand ahead of major religious celebrations, including Chinese New Year, Cap Go Meh, and Ramadan 2026.
At present, Bulog Kalbar controls approximately 12,000 tons of rice stock stored across multiple branch warehouses, including the Greater Pontianak area. This amount is considered more than adequate to support government programs while maintaining price stability in the market.
“We currently manage around 12,000 tons of rice. This is more than enough to carry out food assistance programs, the SPHP program, and to meet community needs ahead of major religious holidays,” said Rasiwan, Head of Bulog Kalbar, speaking in Pontianak on Tuesday.
Food Assistance and SPHP Programs Remain on Track
Rasiwan explained that around 5,000 tons of the available stock has been allocated for food assistance programs. Meanwhile, the Supply and Price Stabilization Program (SPHP) is targeted to distribute about 5,000 tons of rice per month to help prevent price spikes at the consumer level.
In addition to existing supplies, Bulog Kalbar is preparing to receive significant additional shipments from outside the region. Approximately 40,000 tons of rice will arrive from Sulawesi, along with 17,000 tons from West Java, further strengthening West Kalimantan’s food reserves.
“With these additional supplies, rice availability in West Kalimantan will be even stronger. There’s no need for the public to worry or make excessive purchases. Buy according to your needs,” he emphasized.
Rice Quality Guaranteed, Public Encouraged to Report Issues
Regarding quality, Bulog Kalbar assured that all rice released from its warehouses undergoes strict quality inspections. These checks are conducted by internal officers as well as Bulog’s independent survey units to ensure the rice meets quality standards before reaching consumers.
“All rice is inspected before distribution. We ensure it is safe for consumption and meets quality standards,” Rasiwan stated.
However, he acknowledged that a small number of products may occasionally slip through oversight, given the large volume of distribution. Addressing viral social media reports about allegedly substandard rice in the Kubu Raya area, Bulog said it has not yet received any official complaints.
Still, Bulog emphasized its readiness to take full responsibility.
“If residents or partners find rice with poor quality, they can report it directly to a Bulog warehouse, an RPK (Our Food House), or the nearest retailer. We are ready to replace or exchange it,” he explained.
Traders and Consumers Urged to Help Monitor Quality
To ensure rice quality remains intact until it reaches consumers, Bulog Kalbar regularly conducts monitoring and sampling across its distribution network. Distribution partners and retailers are also advised to maintain proper storage conditions, such as avoiding direct sunlight and keeping storage areas dry.
Beyond that, Bulog is encouraging the public to actively participate in monitoring efforts.
“We are open to receiving reports. Our principle is simple: rice received by the public must be fit for consumption and meet standards. If something isn’t right, report it immediately,” Rasiwan concluded.
With secure stock levels and layered quality controls in place, residents of West Kalimantan are expected to welcome upcoming religious holidays with greater peace of mind—without concerns over rice availability or quality.