Trade Minister Budi Santoso stated that the current increase in chili prices is partly due to decreased production due to weather and seasonal factors. Budi stated that the average price of cayenne pepper is currently around Rp 70,000 per kg. This figure is higher than the reference selling price (HAP) of around Rp 57,000 per kg.
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Trade Minister Budi Santoso stated that the current increase in chili prices is partly due to decreased production due to weather and seasonal factors. Budi stated that the average price of cayenne pepper is currently around Rp 70,000 per kg. This figure is higher than the reference selling price (HAP) of around Rp 57,000 per kg.