Assesing the Impact of Digital Technologies on Governance Policies for Food Security: A Case Study of Indonesia

Abstract

Food security has emerged as a crucial priority for the Indonesian government, as highlighted in Indonesia’s ASEAN chairmanship in 2023. This study explores the implications of digital transformation on food security in Indonesia using a literature review method. Previous studies have shown the importance of technology adoption in agriculture and the potential benefits it offers to improve productivity and access to market information. The results showed a positive trend in food security in Indonesia, potentially influenced by the ongoing digital transformation of the agricultural and food sectors. Furthermore, this study analyzes the implications of the area of harvested land, productivity per hectare, and total production on food security. The data indicated that the harvested land area remained relatively stable over the years, with minor fluctuations. Total production showed consistent stability, whereas productivity per hectare steadily increased. This study also analyzed the food security index based on three aspects: availability, access, and consumption of food. Continuous monitoring and evaluation of digital initiatives are essential to track progress and inform evidencebased decision making. Keywords: digital transformation, food security, food security index