POULTRYINDONESIA, Jakarta — Following the successful export of 545 tons of poultry products and their derivatives to Singapore, Japan, and Timor-Leste, national poultry business players acknowledge that these smooth operations are inseparable from the acceleration of veterinary certification services, which can now be completed in a single day.

Jusi Jusran, Director of Charoen Pokphand Jaya Farm, expressed his appreciation to the Ministry of Agriculture, particularly the Directorate General of Livestock and Animal Health Services (Ditjen PKH), for accommodating these export facilities. He noted that these conveniences are not merely policies on paper but have been directly experienced in the field.

“We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the Ministry of Agriculture, especially Ditjen PKH. Exporting requires many technical requirements, and without technical support from the government, it would be impossible for us to export. Furthermore, Ditjen PKH is now able to issue veterinary certificates within a one-day process, and we have proven this as we have begun exporting daily,” he stated after the export flag-off ceremony at the Ministry of Agriculture office on Tuesday (3/3).

He explained that PT Charoen Pokphand Indonesia Tbk, through PT Gizindo Sejahtera, dispatched two 40-foot containers on Tuesday (3/3/2026) containing a total of approximately 650,000 eggs—equivalent to about 41 tons—to Singapore. While egg exports have been ongoing since mid-2023, this marks the first time they can be carried out daily as of March 2026.

According to him, a daily export scheme involves a higher level of complexity compared to monthly shipments. “Exporting once a month isn’t actually that difficult, but when it’s every day, the entire licensing process must be handled daily. That is where the Ministry’s support is absolutely decisive,” he explained.

A similar sentiment was shared by the Director of PT Japfa Comfeed Indonesia Tbk, Rachmat Indrajaya, who shipped 6 tons of ready-to-eat chicken fillets to Singapore valued at approximately Rp1 billion. He assessed that the Ministry of Agriculture provides excellent support, specifically because the export licensing process can now be finalized in just one day, making it easier for companies to conduct overseas shipments.

Rachmat also expressed his support for the Minister of Agriculture’s plan to encourage the development of export-oriented processed products. “As the Minister mentioned, Indonesia must become a food granary—not just domestically, but globally,” he said.

In terms of processed products, Joni Mudika, General Manager of Operations at PT Malindo Food Delight, mentioned that his company has exported sausages, nuggets, and karage to Japan, as well as reaching Singapore and Middle Eastern countries such as the United Arab Emirates, Oman, and Qatar. Moving forward, Malindo aims to expand its market to other Asian countries, including Saudi Arabia.

“The Ministry of Agriculture has been very helpful and facilitating, ensuring all our exports run smoothly. They provide assistance starting from inspections and audits to ensuring products comply with the destination country’s regulations,” he said.

Tjandra Srimulianingsih, Director of PT Taat Indah Bersinar (TIB), also noted that export services are currently much faster than before. “The service is very smooth and the government is supportive. The process is now faster,” she said.

Agung Suganda, Director General of Livestock and Animal Health Services, emphasized that every product shipped has passed veterinary certification and strict supervision in accordance with international standards. Aspects of traceability, biosecurity, and food safety are ensured to be met so that exports remain sustainable.

On the same occasion, Minister of Agriculture Andi Amran Sulaiman stressed the government’s readiness to support companies, particularly regarding export legality. He also encouraged exports in the form of processed products, as they are deemed capable of increasing added value, foreign exchange, and labor absorption.

“If we export live chickens, let’s say the price is Rp30,000 per kilogram. If it’s a finished product, the price can be double. God willing, the government will support whatever legality companies require regarding exports,” he concluded.

Get more information about the Poultry Industry in Indonesia by joining us on the Poultry Indonesia WhatsApp Channel.