Access to Protein Remains Uneven: Here Are 5 Regions with the Lowest Meat Consumption in Indonesia

Nutritional fulfillment remains an important challenge across many regions in Indonesia. However, some communities still have limited access to nutritious food, including sources of animal protein such as meat. For this reason, efforts to improve equitable access to nutritious food continue to be essential.

Data from 2025 released by the Central Statistics Agency (BPS) and the National Food Agency shows that meat consumption in several regions remains below the national average of approximately 2.77 kg per capita per year. These figures reflect ongoing disparities in food access between regions.

This situation is influenced by geographical conditions, distribution challenges, and community purchasing power. On one hand, several areas continue to face unstable supplies of animal-based food products. On the other hand, affordability and accessibility remain major obstacles. As a result, many communities are still unable to consistently meet balanced nutritional needs.

Several regions with the lowest levels of meat consumption include:

• North Sumatra: approximately 0.76 kg per capita per year
• Central Papua: approximately 0.88 kg per capita per year
• Maluku: approximately 0.91 kg per capita per year
• Papua: approximately 0.92 kg per capita per year
• North Sulawesi: approximately 0.93 kg per capita per year

Meat consumption plays an important role in fulfilling animal protein needs. These nutrients support growth, immune function, and overall health. Therefore, limited access to animal protein can directly affect the quality of nutritional intake within communities.

Even so, efforts to improve access continue to grow. One example is the Qurban Distribution Program (Sebar Qurban), which helps distribute animal protein to regions with limited access so the benefits can reach more communities.

At the same time, collaboration among different stakeholders strengthens these efforts further. Through more targeted and coordinated action, the benefits of nutritious food distribution can reach more people.

Togetherness makes every effort feel lighter. Collective action also creates opportunities to expand impact and provide more meaningful support to communities in need.

Human Initiative encourages collaboration to expand access to nutritious food, including through the Qurban Distribution Program. In this way, every contribution can help create more equitable benefits for communities across different regions.

Dear Initiators can take part in this effort through solusipeduli.org.