Jokowi Launches Beef Market Operation
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Sabtu, 26 Juli 2014 08:02 WIB
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - President-elect Joko Widodo, better known as Jokowi, launched the Beef Market Operation to meet the increased demand for meat nearing the Eid al Fitr celebration day after the fasting period ends, as reported by Antara News.
"I herewith declare the launch of the Beef Market Operation," said Jokowi on Thursday.
The beef market operations launch was marked by the departure of 10 cars laden with frozen meat to transport the same to ten traditional markets.
"The meat market operation is aimed at supplying beef to consumers nearing Eid Day. Good quality beef is fairly cheap that most people find affordable," he said.
The offered price is relatively low compared to the regular price, and is between Rp60,000 and Rp85,000 per kg.
In the meantime, President Director of Jakarta PD Pasar Jaya Market, Djangga Lubis, stated that the meat market operation began on July 24, 2014 and will continue until July 26, 2014.
"The beef market operation is being carried out in cooperation with PD Pasar Jaya and PD Dharma Raya Hutamajaya. A total of 20 tons of carcass will be distributed to all markets in four municipalities in Jakarta," he explained.
ANTARA