Indonesia’s large population and strong economic growth make its market
important for U.S. goods in the coming decade. In recent years, Indonesia
has ranked among the top ten U.S. agricultural markets. U.S. agricultural
exports to Indonesia consist in part of bulk commodities, which are indirectly
affected by changes in the retail structure. As Indonesia’s diet shifts toward
animal products (regardless of what kind of store sells the animal products),
import demand for feedstuffs will increase, benefitting U.S. corn and
soymeal producers.