Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits market in Indonesia

Earlier Report Observations

The market for oil seeds and oleaginous fruits in Indonesia grew to 336.9 thousand tons in 2019, supported by a significant increase in local fruit production and a consumer shift towards healthier snacks containing fruits and seeds. This expansion was reinforced by the Ministry of Agriculture's promotion of local fruit branding during the COVID-19 period. However, in 2020, the market volume dipped to 329.5 thousand tons as pandemic-related mobility restrictions and rising prices for crude vegetable oils affected consumption patterns.

From 2021 to 2023, the market stabilized around 332 thousand tons. National food consumption directories highlighted the importance of oily fruits and seeds, while export performance for agricultural products remained strong. To meet domestic demand, Indonesia imported oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, including a $50 million shipment from Mozambique in 2023, amid evolving dietary trends that influenced consumer preferences.

By 2024, the value of fruit imports into Indonesia exceeded $1.2 billion, driven by high urban consumption. Export performance for fruits also improved in early 2024, supported by financing institutions promoting organic products. Efficient distribution networks for fresh and frozen fruits further sustained the availability of these goods in the market.

Production oil seeds and oleaginous fruits in Indonesia

In kind, 2018-2021, K t

From 2018 to 2021, Indonesia maintained the fourth position globally in terms of production volume for oil seeds and oleaginous fruits.

Top producers of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, 2018-2021

World map of production of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, 2018-2021

In 2021, Indonesia produced 328.9 thousand tons of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, representing a 0.7% increase compared to 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, production grew by 2.3%, which translates to an annualized rate of 0.8%. The highest production level was recorded in 2019 at 336.3 thousand tons, with the largest annual increase of 4.6% occurring that year. In contrast, 2020 saw the most significant decline, with production dropping by 2.8%.

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

Exports oil seeds and oleaginous fruits from Indonesia

Exports in kind, t

The market displayed considerable volatility during the observed period. Exports peaked in 2018 and fell to their lowest point in 2020, showing a dramatic 96-fold difference between these years. In 2021, Indonesia's exports of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits amounted to 546 tons, marking a substantial increase of 922.5% from the previous year. The minimum export volume was recorded in 2020 at 53 tons, which also saw the largest decline of 97.1%.

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

Between 2018 and 2021, Malaysia was the dominant destination for Indonesia's exports of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits in kind, accounting for 85.0% of total flows. The remaining share was distributed among several smaller markets.

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

The market exhibited an unstable trend throughout the timeframe. From 2018 to 2020, there was an 18-fold variation between the peak and trough values. In 2021, the value of Indonesia's exports of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits reached 220 thousand US dollars, reflecting a rise of 944.6% compared to the previous year. The minimum value was recorded in 2020 at 21 thousand US dollars, which also experienced the largest decline of 78.5%.

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

During 2018–2021, South Korea and Malaysia were the key partners for Indonesia's exports in value terms, accounting for 57.8% and 37.9% of total flows, respectively. Together, they formed 95.6% of total exports, with other partners making up the remainder.

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

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

Imports oil seeds and oleaginous fruits to Indonesia

Imports in kind, t

Indonesia's imports of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits increased for the third consecutive year in 2021, totaling 3 786 tons. This represented a 35.6% advance compared to 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, imports surged by 352%, equating to an annualized growth rate of 65.3%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Timor-Leste, Myanmar, and Mexico remained the main suppliers of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits to Indonesia in kind. Timor-Leste accounted for 68.0% of imports, Myanmar for 10.0%, and Mexico for 5.4%, jointly forming 83.4% of total imports in kind.

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

The data reveals irregular changes, indicating a volatile market environment. Imports reached their lowest point in 2018 and peaked in 2020, with a threefold variation between these years. In 2021, the value of Indonesia's imports of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits totaled 1 880 thousand US dollars, reflecting a drop of 20.7% compared to 2020. The maximum value was recorded in 2020 at 2 370 thousand US dollars, while the largest increase of 145.3% occurred in 2019.

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

Over 2018–2021, Timor-Leste, Mexico, and Myanmar were the primary suppliers of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits to Indonesia in value terms. Timor-Leste accounted for 26.0% of imports, Mexico for 24.0%, and Myanmar for 13.0%, jointly representing 62.9% of total imports in value.

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

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