Jakarta, May 10 -- The Industry Ministry strengthens the downstreaming of national essential oils by developing the Flavor and Fragrance Center (PFF) as a hub for innovation, training, and product business incubation.

In a statement in Jakarta on Sunday, Industry Minister Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita emphasized that Indonesia has significant potential for developing a natural-based flavor, fragrance, and wellness industry due to its rich biodiversity and abundant availability of essential oil commodities.

"The PFF development in Bali is part of the government's efforts to strengthen essential oil downstreaming by processing raw materials into high-value products, including perfumes, aromatherapy, spa items, cosmetics, and natural househol...