Bananas market in Indonesia

Earlier Report Observations

Banana production in Indonesia rose consistently from 2018, driven by government policies that expanded cultivated land and promoted better irrigation systems. Subsidies for seedlings and farmer training under initiatives like the 'Sustainable Food Torch' strengthened the production base. The COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 boosted domestic demand as imports of other fruits fell sharply, while state economic stimulus packages supported household purchasing power for fresh fruit.

Growth continued through 2021‑2023 with the launch of the 'Banana Village' development program across eight provinces, aiming to increase output and diversify into processed products. Investments in cooling facilities and logistics, announced by the East Java governor, enhanced export capacity for Cavendish bananas. Higher subsidies for pesticides and synthetic fertilizers in 2022 lifted productivity, and tighter labeling and food‑safety standards improved the quality of bananas destined for both local and overseas markets.

Throughout the period, regulatory evolution shaped the sector. New mandatory quality standards such as SNI GAP‑Banana for exporters, stricter pesticide‑residue limits, and the promotion of premium varieties like Pisang Mas Kirana aimed to raise competitiveness and meet international requirements.

Production bananas in Indonesia

In kind, 2018-2021, K t

Indonesia was among the world's leading banana producers from 2018 to 2021, ranking third globally by production volume during this period.

Top producers of bananas, 2018-2021

World map of production of bananas, 2018-2021

Banana production in Indonesia increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, the country produced 8 741 thousand tonnes of bananas, marking a 6.8% rise compared to the previous year. Over the 2018-2021 period, production grew by 20.3%, with a compound annual growth rate of 6.4%.

Annual dynamics of production in Indonesia in kind, 2018-2021, K t

In value, 2018-2021, M $ US

Indonesia's banana production value also rose for the third year in a row. In 2021, the output was valued at 4 937 million US dollars, representing a robust 13.5% increase from the year before. From 2018 to 2021, production value expanded by 30.8%, with a compound annual growth rate of 9.4%.

Annual dynamics of production in Indonesia in value, 2018-2021, M $ US

Exports bananas from Indonesia

Exports in kind, t

Banana export volumes from Indonesia declined for the second consecutive year. In 2021, exports reached 6 766 tonnes, showing a significant contraction of 17.1% compared to 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, exports decreased by 55.3%, equating to an annualized decline of 23.6%. The highest export volume was recorded in 2019 at 17 132 tonnes, with the largest increase of 13.1% occurring that year. The most substantial decline of 52.3% was observed in 2020.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Indonesia in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, China, Japan, and Oman were the principal destinations for Indonesia's banana exports in volume terms. China accounted for 45.4% of exports, Japan for 18.4%, and Oman for 7.3%, collectively representing 71.1% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Indonesia in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, K $ US

Indonesia's banana export value also fell for the second year in a row. In 2021, exports amounted to 3 822 thousand US dollars, which is 12.0% lower than in 2020. Over the 2018-2021 period, export value decreased by 51.5%, with a compound annual decline of 21.4%. The peak value was recorded in 2019 at 9 585 thousand US dollars, with the largest increase of 21.7% occurring that year. The most significant drop of 54.7% was seen in 2020.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Indonesia in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Throughout 2018-2021, China, Japan, and Oman remained the top markets for Indonesia's banana exports in value terms, together accounting for 70.1% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Indonesia in value, 2018-2021

Imports bananas to Indonesia

Imports in kind, t

The import market for bananas in Indonesia showed volatility during the observed period. Imports peaked in 2019 at 4 tonnes and reached their lowest point in 2021 at 0.0 tonnes, resulting in a 4 241-fold difference between these years. In 2021, Indonesia imported 0.0 tonnes of bananas, indicating a steep decrease of 99.8% from the previous year. The largest increase of 371.2% was recorded in 2019.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Indonesia in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, Malaysia and China were the main suppliers of bananas to Indonesia, with their combined share amounting to 99.7% of total imports in volume terms.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Indonesia in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, K $ US

Volatility characterized Indonesia's banana import market during these years. Imports reached a high in 2019 at 20 thousand US dollars and fell to a low in 2021 at approximately 0.0 thousand US dollars, varying by a factor of 701. In 2021, imports dropped sharply by 99.8% compared to the previous year. The largest increase of 25.4% was recorded in 2019.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Indonesia in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Throughout 2018-2021, China and Malaysia remained the principal suppliers of bananas to Indonesia in value terms, together accounting for 99.8% of total imports.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Indonesia in value, 2018-2021