Jakarta, Oct. 8 -- The National Food Agency (Bapanas) has assured that all rice from the Government Rice Reserves (CBP) distributed by the State Logistics Agency (Bulog) is in good condition, safe for consumption, and of consistent quality.

"We ensure that Bapanas and Bulog always distribute rice to the public in good condition," Bapanas Head Arief Prasetyo Adi said in Jakarta on Wednesday.

He said the rice distributed by Bulog undergoes a series of quality assurance procedures, including inspection upon arrival at warehouses, regular testing during storage, and strict maintenance of warehouse sanitation. Spraying and fumigation are carried out whenever pest activity is detected.

"Efforts to maintain the quality of CBP stock are implem...