Vietnam Agricultural Markets – Morning Report (Wednesday, March 25, 2026) (Wednesday, March 25,2026)

Vietnam’s agricultural commodity markets presented a broadly mixed picture on Wednesday morning, with most key segments showing either stability or modest corrections. While pepper and rice prices remained largely unchanged amid subdued trading activity, coffee prices declined both domestically and internationally. Meanwhile, durian prices came under notable pressure due to a surge in seasonal supply, particularly from Thailand. In other segments, rubber prices held steady in the domestic market but strengthened globally, and live hog prices continued to diverge across regions, maintaining high levels in the south.

  Vietnam considers 50% cut to environmental tax on fuel through mid-2026 (Wednesday, March 25,2026)

Under the proposal, during the resolution’s validity period, the environmental protection tax on petrol (excluding ethanol) and aviation fuel would be reduced from 2,000 VND (0.076 USD) per litre to 1,000 VND per litre.

  PM’s visit bolsters Vietnam's self-reliant economic development: Russian Deputy Minister (Wednesday, March 25,2026)

Important outcomes of the visit include the signing of an intergovernmental pact for the Ninh Thuan-1 nuclear power plant in Vietnam and PAO NOVATEK’s LNG supply contract, which will help Vietnam secure strong energy infrastructure along with self-reliant and stable economic development.

  Private sector – Growth driver from Resolution 68 (Wednesday, March 25,2026)

The participation of major enterprises such as Sao Do and Hateco in key projects demonstrates the capacity and strategic vision of Vietnam’s private sector while concretising Resolution No. 68-NQ/TW on private economic development, creating fresh momentum for sustainable growth in dynamic localities like Hai Phong.

  Imports of animal feed in 2 months of 2026 (Wednesday, March 25,2026)

In the first two months of 2026, Vietnam’s imports of animal feed reached over US$633 million, a decrease of 21.22% compared to the first two months of 2025.

  Exports to India in the first two months of 2026 show growth (Wednesday, March 25,2026)

According to statistics from the Customs Department, Vietnam's exports to India in the first two months of 2026 reached US$1.8 billion, an increase of 22.9% compared to the same period last year.

  Exports to Germany grew in 2 months of 2026 (Wednesday, March 25,2026)

According to the statistics figures from the Customs Department, Vietnam's exports to the German market in the first two months of 2026 reached over US$1.74 billion, an 11% increase compared to the same period last year.

  Can Tho to host 2026 rice export promotion conference on March 24 (Tuesday, March 24,2026)

The 2026 rice export promotion conference in Can Tho city is conceived as a key platform where management agencies, industry associations, overseas trade offices, and the business community can speak plainly about the state of the market, confront on-the-ground challenges, and sketch remedies for obstacles that impede smoother, more profitable exports.

  International sourcing expo to open new supply chain links for Vietnam’s seafood sector (Tuesday, March 24,2026)

More than a conventional trade fair, the upcoming event is designed as a global supply chain transaction hub, where hundreds of international buyer delegations are expected to visit Vietnam to source suppliers across multiple industries, with seafood identified as a priority sector.

  Vietnam diversifies supply sources to meet domestic fuel demand (Tuesday, March 24,2026)

Since the Middle East conflict disrupted crude and refined fuel supply chains, Petrovietnam has swiftly activated a range of response measures while moving decisively to implement the Government’s Resolution 36/NQ-CP dated March 6, 2026 to secure energy supply for the market.

  Morning Commodities Update – March 24, 2026 (Tuesday, March 24,2026)

Vietnam’s agricultural markets moved in mixed directions on Tuesday, as firm gains in coffee and live hog prices contrasted with declines in durian and a subdued rice market during the peak harvest season, reflecting uneven supply-demand dynamics across key commodities.

  Exports to Czech showed growth in 2 months of 2026 (Tuesday, March 24,2026)

According to the statistics figures from the Customs Department, Vietnam's exports to the Czech market in the first two months of 2026 reached US$378.4 million, an increase of 19.2% compared to the previous year.

  US to become new growth driver for Vietnamese tilapia (Tuesday, March 24,2026)

The increasing US presence in Vietnam's tilapia industry is creating significant shifts in the Asian whitefish supply chain, while also directly impacting the pricing mechanism of tilapia in China.

  Middle East conflict and impacts on shrimp export market (Tuesday, March 24,2026)

The Middle East is one of the important market regions for Vietnamese seafood, with shrimp being a notable export item.

  Ho Chi Minh City labour market gains renewed momentum (Monday, March 23,2026)

Nearly 1,000 companies operating both within and outside export processing zones and industrial parks have registered to recruit, offering more than 36,800 job opportunities.

  Urgent measures ramped up to stabilise market amid rising costs (Monday, March 23,2026)

Authorities are urgently rolling out measures to stabilise the market as surging input costs place unprecedented pressure on the retail market, with suppliers pushing for price hikes and supermarket systems striving to keep prices in check.

  Agricultural Market Update – March 23 (Monday, March 23,2026)

Vietnam’s agricultural markets opened the week with mixed signals, as coffee prices staged a strong rebound while pepper fell to a nine-month low. Despite the divergence, export-oriented commodities such as durian and rice continue to present significant growth opportunities.

  UAE opens opportunities for Vietnamese seafood businesses (Monday, March 23,2026)

At the first quarter 2026 trade promotion meeting with the Vietnamese Trade Offices abroad, representatives of the Vietnamese Trade Office in the UAE stated that this market continues to be a potential destination for many Vietnamese export businesses, including the seafood industry.

  Fertilizer imports fell sharply in first 2 months of 2026 (Monday, March 23,2026)

In the first two months of 2026, fertilizer imports reached 460,170 tonnes, valued at over US$155.96 million, a decrease of 47.1% in volume and 45.5% in value compared to the first two months of 2025.

  Fertilizer exports increased in first 2 months of 2026 (Monday, March 23,2026)

In the first two months of 2026, fertilizer exports reached nearly 449,319 tonnes, worth of US$186.58 million, an increase of 34.47% in volume and 38.76% in value compared to the first two months of 2025.

  Ca Mau intensifies vessel management to prevent IUU fishing (Friday, March 20,2026)

The provincial People’s Committee has directed departments, sectors and localities to strengthen coordination among the Department of Agriculture and Environment, border guards, fisheries surveillance and public security forces to detect and handle violations early and from afar.

  Vietnam commodities market, March 20: Coffee rebounded sharply while pepper fell to an eight-month low (Friday, March 20,2026)

Vietnam’s agricultural commodities market on March 20 showed strong divergence across key sectors, as coffee and live hog prices extended gains and reached new milestones, while pepper prices came under heavy pressure, dropping to their lowest level in nearly eight months. The contrasting movements highlighted shifting supply-demand dynamics and evolving sentiment in both domestic and global markets.

  Animal feed exports increased sharply in first 2 months of 2026 (Friday, March 20,2026)

In the first two months of 2026, Vietnam’s exports of animal feed reached nearly US$253.84 million, an increase of 61.7% compared to the first two months of 2025.

  Exports to Thailand increased in 2 months of 2026 (Friday, March 20,2026)

According to data from the Customs Department, in the first two months of 2026, Vietnam's exports to Thailand reached over US$1.6 billion, a 32% increase compared to the previous year.

  Vietnam’s agricultural commodity markets (Morning, March 19) – Pepper prices falling sharply (Thursday, March 19,2026)

Vietnam’s agricultural commodities market saw divergent movements earlier on Thursday, with domestic pepper prices falling sharply, coffee extending gains, while rice and fruit markets remained largely subdued amid weak demand and ample supply.

  Exports to Malaysia increased in 2 months of 2026 (Thursday, March 19,2026)

According to data from the Vietnam Customs Department, in the first two months of 2026, Vietnam exported goods to Malaysia worth of US$952.1 million, an increase of 26.6% compared to the previous year.

  Efforts made to reinforce foundations of Vietnam’s fruit, vegetable value chains (Thursday, March 19,2026)

Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable exports have entered 2026 on a strong growth trajectory. Alongside market expansion, the sector is reinforcing key foundations, including traceability, management of planting area codes, deep processing, and the development of raw material zones.

  Container shipping rates inch up amid global maritime disruptions (Thursday, March 19,2026)

International container shipping has been affected by escalating conflicts in the Middle East, which have disrupted several major trade routes. Some vessels are unable to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, forcing carriers to reroute their services.

  Exports to China increased sharply in 2 months of 2026 (Thursday, March 19,2026)

According to statistics from the Customs Department, Vietnam's merchandise exports to the Chinese market in the first two months of 2026 reached over US$11.02 billion, an increase of 39.9% compared to the same period last year.

  Exports to Netherlands grew in 2 months of 2026 (Thursday, March 19,2026)

According to statistics from the Customs Department, Vietnam's exports to the Netherlands in the first two months of 2026 reached US$2.24 billion, an increase of 14.3% compared to the same period last year.