Key Market Indicators
Malaysia is forecast to consume 276,000 tons of bananas by 2026. This is an increase of 0.4% per year since 2017. In 2021, the country ranked 45th in terms of consumption, with Nepal overtaking them at 269,000 tons. China, Indonesia, and Brazil were ranked 2nd, 3rd, and 4th, respectively. Meanwhile, Malaysian banana production is expected to reach 309,790 tons by 2026, down 0.6% year on year. Since 1966, production has increased by 0.7% each year. In 2021, the country was ranked 39th, with Bolivia ahead at 320,520 tons. China, Indonesia, and Brazil were ranked 2nd, 3rd, and 4th, respectively.