Fruit Consumption in Southeast Asia, 2021

Laos has now achieved the highest per capita fruit consumption in Southeast Asia, according to data from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (2023). The average fruit consumption per person in Laos, measured in kilograms per year per capita, surpasses that of any other country in the region.

It is important to note that this data is based on per capita food supply at the consumer level and does not account for food waste at the consumer level. This means the figures reflect the availability and consumption potential rather than the exact amount consumed after accounting for waste. Nevertheless, the high per capita fruit consumption in Laos underscores the significant role fruits play in the diet of its population.