In the first nine months of 2025, Vietnam's fruit and vegetable export turnover was estimated at US$6.11 billion, an increase of 8.3% compared to the same period in 2024. Based on current performance, the sector is expected to reach US$8 billion in exports for the year.
Fruit and vegetable import revenue in September 2025 stood at US$234.34 million, up 2.6% compared to August 2025 and 5.8% year-on-year. Cumulative imports in the first nine months amounted to more than US$1.9 billion, a rise of 15.1% over the same period in 2024. In September alone, the trade surplus for fruit and vegetables exceeded US$1 billion, while the trade surplus over the nine-month period surpassed US$4.2 billion.
September 2025 showed a rebound in fruit and vegetable exports as quality control and export procedures were improved. Enterprises also worked to diversify export destinations and reduce dependence on traditional markets. Export turnover to major markets increased, including China, the Republic of Korea, Japan, and Thailand.
In the first eight months of 2025, China remained Vietnam's key fruit and vegetable export market, accounting for 57.9% of the total value. The U.S. followed with 7.5% and the Republic of Korea with 4.4%. During this period, exports to China decreased by 9.3% year-on-year, while exports to the U.S., Japan, and the Netherlands recorded growth.
Source: Nhan Dan