Key Market Indicators
East Timorese banana consumption is projected to reach 1.4 million metric tons by 2026, up from 1 million metric tons in 2021. Since 2019, demand has remained steady. In 2021, East Timor ranked 141st in global consumption, with Antigua and Barbuda ahead at 1 million metric tons. China, Indonesia and Brazil were the top three consumers, respectively. East Timorese banana production is expected to decrease by 21% to just under 90 metric tons by 2026. Since 1966, supply has decreased by 6% year-on-year. In 2021, East Timor came 108th in global production, with Bermuda ahead at 325 metric tons. China, Indonesia and Brazil were the top three producers, respectively.
