Inp.polri.go.id - Jakarta. Minister of Trade Budi Santoso dismissed reports on Thursday (16/4/2026) regarding the scarcity of the government-subsidized cooking oil brand, Minyakita. 

He explained that Minyakita is a price intervention tool tied to Domestic Market Obligation (DMO) quotas, meaning its volume fluctuates based on national export activities. While current stock levels may adjust according to export trends, the Minister emphasized that the broader market remains saturated with various other affordable brands that meet national standards.

"There is no shortage; check the field. While Minyakita levels depend on export volumes, other comparable oil brands are widely available at standard prices," he told antaranews.com.

The Ministry noted that public perception often mistakenly uses Minyakita as the sole indicator for overall oil availability and pricing. To counter this narrative, the government is intensifying direct market monitoring across traditional centers to ensure distribution remains fluid. 

Officials reiterated that national stocks are sufficient to meet household needs, as they continue to balance domestic supply with international trade requirements to maintain economic stability.

(mg/inp/pr/rs)