By Jamie Martin
U.S. Wheat Associates (USW) has achieved strong progress in expanding wheat exports to Indonesia through strategic partnerships and targeted support programs. Indonesia remains one of the top wheat-importing countries in the world and offers strong growth potential for U.S. agriculture.
In 2025, USW signed an agreement with APTINDO, Indonesia’s flour milling association. The deal commits Indonesian millers to purchasing large volumes of U.S. wheat, reaching up to one million metric tons annually between 2026 and 2030. This agreement supports both export growth and long-term trade stability.
To ensure success, USW implemented several programs funded by the Regional Agricultural Promotion Program (RAPP) and the Market Access Program (MAP). These efforts focused on educating buyers and improving confidence in U.S. wheat quality.
USW conducted training sessions for mill managers and provided hands-on learning opportunities through study tours across U.S. wheat-producing regions. These programs helped buyers understand the supply chain and build stronger connections with U.S. producers.
In addition, technical experts worked closely with Indonesian milling companies to improve production practices. Workshops focused on optimizing wheat use, enhancing flour quality, and increasing efficiency. Research findings also helped buyers adjust their purchasing standards to better match crop quality.
These combined efforts delivered strong results. Indonesia imported more than 832,000 metric tons of U.S. wheat in late 2025, surpassing expectations and showing increased demand.
Further engagement continued in 2026 through a U.S. Department of Agriculture trade mission. The visit strengthened relationships and highlighted the value of U.S. agricultural products in international markets.
The success of this initiative shows how education, research, and partnership can drive export demand and support long-term growth in global agricultural trade.
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