Rice farmers in Cokrokembang village, East Java province, suspect contamination from a nearby copper mine operated by PT Gemilang Limpah Internusa is to blame for recent crop failures. Water pollution ...

Official 11 Aug 2026 West Java food price data: 7 out of 16 staples increased (curly chili highest rise), 3 decreased (garlic largest drop). Rice and cooking oil recorded price gains.

If you liked this story, share it with other people. A copper mine in Pacitan district on the island of Java has been temporarily closed by Indonesia’s mining ministry after contaminated irrigation ...

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Farmers harvest rice in their paddy field at Cisalada Village, Bogor Regency of West Java province in Indonesia, on July 20, 2023. Photo:Xinhua This aerial photo taken on July 20, 2023 shows rice ...

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Recreate the famous rice upgrade that Filipinos love. Procedure: 1. In a wok, heat oil and add annatto powder. Add garlic and sauté until slightly brown. Add in butter and rice. 2. Stir-fry for a few ...