Vietnam's fruit and vegetable exports have seen remarkable growth, nearing $4.6 billion in value over the first eight months of the year—a 29% increase from the previous year. Thailand, in particular, is emerging as a key market, with imports from Vietnam rising notably.
Recent customs data reveal that Thailand has experienced the most significant boost in imports of Vietnamese agricultural products, moving from the sixth to the fourth position in the rankings. Imports from Vietnam to Thailand reached $123 million, marking a 70% increase compared to the previous year.
The surge in exports is driven by increased orders from Thailand for Vietnamese longans, lychees, and especially durians. The availability of frozen durians from Vietnam has notably enhanced export volumes. With Vietnam’s durians available year-round, the country has gained a competitive advantage, particularly as droughts have affected durian production in Thailand.
Thailand's demand for durians from Vietnam has risen, with some of these products being re-exported to China. Additionally, major Thai retail chains have doubled their imports of dragon fruit, longans, and lychees from Vietnam compared to last year, further boosting export figures.
China remains the leading importer of Vietnamese fruits and vegetables, with nearly $2.5 billion in imports in the first seven months, reflecting a 25% increase year-on-year. The United States and South Korea also feature prominently, with exports to these markets seeing substantial growth.
Experts emphasize the need for Vietnamese producers and exporters to stay updated on import regulations in different markets to navigate technical barriers and maximize opportunities within free trade agreements.
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