Vietnam's fruit, vegetable exports reach new milestone, topping 7 billion USD

In 2024, Vietnam's fruit and vegetable exports have seen a significant increase, reaching 7.2 billion USD, more than double the 3.3 billion USD of two years prior. This growth is due to the introduction of new products like Vietnamese pomelos in South Korea and passion fruits in Australia, and the entry of fresh coconuts and frozen durians into the Chinese market. The success is also attributed to the quality of Vietnamese fruits and the guidance provided to farmers for off-season cultivation. However, the coconut sector is now facing a raw material shortage due to demand from the processing industry. To further penetrate the Chinese market, Vietnam needs to address issues such as long transport distances, high costs, and product spoilage. Investments in post-harvest processing technology and transportation efficiency are necessary for enhancing the competitiveness of Vietnamese fruits.

Vietnam’s efforts in expanding export markets for its fruits and vegetables in 2024 has paid off as for the first time, the export of these products has brought home 7.2 billion USD, much higher than the figure of 3.3 billion USD two years ago. Vietnamese pomelos have officially entered the Republic of Korean, while passion fruits have made their way to Australia. Additionally, Vietnam and China signed protocols to facilitate Vietnamese fresh coconuts and frozen durians to enter the Chinese market. Particularly, Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable exports to China exceeded 4 billion USD this year. Deputy Director of the Plant Protection Department under the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) Nguyen Quang Hieu said that this success is not only due to the introduction of new products into the markets but also reflects the ability of Vietnamese fruits to meet import requirements. It highlights the awareness among producers and exporters about adhering to regulations when ...