Insects as MBG menu option: Nutrition expert emphasizes food safety and public acceptance
UNAIR NEWS – The Free Nutritious Meal Program (MBG) has once again sparked public discussion following a proposal by the Head of the National Nutrition Agency (BGN), Dandan Hindayana, to incorporate insects into the MBG menu. This suggestion stems from the dietary habits of certain regions where insects such as grasshoppers and sago larvae serve […]
UNAIR Economics lecturer weighs in on public controversy over 3-Kilogram LPG policy
UNAIR NEWS – The government’s policy on subsidized 3-kilogram LPG has sparked widespread debate among the public. Initially, the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) banned retailers from selling the subsidized LPG as of February 1, 2025, aiming to ensure subsidies reached the intended recipients. However, the restriction led to widespread shortages across multiple […]
