The exports of Vietnamese fruit and veg surpass $7.12 billion caused by durian and the expansion of markets

This week, talks with the chairman of HAGL Group, Doan Nguyen Duc, as well as Gia Lai People’s Committee. Gia Lai People’s Committee focused on the improvement of transport connectivity that connect Vietnam as well as Laos. This project aims to improve the trade of agricultural products particularly from HAGL’s vast fruit and durian plantations that cover 7,000 hectares in the two nations. Duc spoke about the upcoming start of durian harvests on a part of HAGL’s 2,300-ha cultivating area, highlighting the importance of timing strategically to capitalize on opportunities in the market, especially in China.

In addition, the Vietnam Fruit and Vegetable Association by their secretary general Dang Phuc Nguyen, has pointed at the growing export opportunities for Vietnamese fruits and vegetables. This is highlighted by the impressive results in durian exports. With an estimated value of exports of more than $3.2 billion in the case of durian by itself, Vietnam is positioning itself as an important player on international markets, particularly China where it is the largest source of the durian exports. Also, the association anticipates an growth of the passion fruit as well as Lychee exports to U.S. and South Korean markets, respectively, bolstering its optimistic outlook in the market.

The successes in the fruits and vegetables export market are further demonstrated by the substantial growth expected to 2024, when export earnings of $7.12 billion. This is due to the wide variety of Vietnamese fruit and vegetables that are that are gaining popularity in more than sixty international markets. Strategic exports of coconuts that are fresh to China and negotiations to secure the export of passion fruit to Australia is a prime example of Vietnam’s proactive strategy to expand its agricultural export base.

State agencies, like Plant Protection Department, among them. Plant Protection Department, have played an integral role in bringing Vietnamese agriculture practices to international standards, and in facilitating market access as well as compliance. The collaboration between the state’s management agencies as well as the farmers is vital to maintaining and expanding Vietnam’s participation on the international agricultural market.

When the sector looks ahead towards 2025, the concerted efforts of producers, exporters and regulators are expected to boost the exports of Vietnam’s agriculture and increase the quality and range of its products to satisfy the increasing worldwide demand.

Source: Vietnam Investment Review

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