Russia negotiates entry of beef into Indonesia

Russia is negotiating with Indonesia to begin exporting animal origin products, mainly beef, according to Deputy Agriculture Minister Maxim Borovoi, who visited Jakarta. Russian meat producer Miratorg also held talks on beef exports during the visit. Indonesia currently sets import quotas for beef, but Russian companies cannot apply for an allotment because they lack certification under Indonesian regulations, Borovoi said. Talks are under way to start the certification process.

“We are prepared to meet the entire demand, but competition here is quite strong, so our companies will need to work closely with their partners,” he added when asked how much Russian beef might be shipped to Indonesia.

Other products on the table include poultry meat, dairy items and additional animal origin goods.