In the global competition for the mango export market, Indonesia has been positioned as one of the players to be reckoned with. In 2022, Indonesia was recorded as the 11th largest mango exporter of mango products (including guava and mangosteen), with an export value reaching an important figure. Although its export market is dominated by Mexico and Thailand, Indonesia has been positioned as one of the players to be reckoned with.
Indonesia’s mango export shows a strong influence, outperforming several other countries such as China and the United States. However, there is enough room for growth, as seen from the export values of the countries in the top ranks.
The latest data shows that Singapore is the largest import market for fresh Indonesian mangoes, with impressive value. Followed with no less enthusiasm, the UAE opens its wallet for fresh Indonesian mangoes. Then there are Kuwait and Qatar, although give a much smaller value, remain an important part of the Indonesian fresh mango trade network.
This data illustrates the importance of market diversification and the need to continuously improve the quality to meet international standards of Indonesian fresh mangoes. With its distinctive, alluring taste and maintained quality, Indonesian fresh mangoes can continue to find their place on international dining tables.
Looking at Indonesia’s journey in the mango export arena, we are faced with an interesting contrast: on the one hand, there is a resurgence in fresh mango exports that are quite popular in Asian and Middle Eastern markets, while on the other hand, Indonesian dried mangoes are still struggling to find their footing. This is an opportunity to set a new standard in the mango processing industry.
However, the future of Indonesian mango exports remains bright. We have seen it from the data projecting the potential for future mango exports, especially China. In the future, we hope to see Indonesian mangoes not only as an export commodity, but also as a symbol of innovation that Indonesia can offer to the world. It is time for Indonesian dried mangoes to find their own success story, following in the footsteps of the sweet aroma of their fresh cousins.
–sh
