In the Mekong Delta, domestic rice prices remained relatively stable, with only slight fluctuations. Market supply was limited. While most domestic rice varieties held steady, prices of some export-oriented raw rice varieties edged down slightly compared to the previous day.
According to updates from the Department of Agriculture and Environment of An Giang Province:
Raw rice 5451: down VND50/kg, at VND9,450–9,550/kg
Raw rice OM 380: down VND100/kg, at VND7,950–8,100/kg
Raw rice IR 504: VND8,250–8,350/kg
Raw rice CL 555: VND8,600–8,800/kg
Raw rice OM 18: VND10,200–10,400/kg
Finished rice OM 380: VND8,800–9,000/kg
Finished rice IR 504: VND9,500–9,700/kg
By-products also saw price fluctuations:
Broken rice OM 5451: down VND100/kg, at VND7,400–7,500/kg
Bran: VND8,000–9,000/kg
Local observations:
For rice types like 50404 and OM 380, supply remained low and prices were stable, with slow purchasing from warehouses.
In An Giang, supply was limited but trade activity was consistent; prices remained steady.
In Lap Vo (Dong Thap) and Sa Dec (Dong Thap), volume was low, and prices remained stable with slow transactions.
At Sa Dec Market, sales were gradual, and warehouse purchases were stable with firm prices.
In An Cu (Cai Be, Tien Giang), quality rice was scarce and slower to sell, with steady prices.
Retail prices remained unchanged from the previous day:
Nang Nhen rice: highest at VND28,000/kg
Regular rice: VND14,000–15,000/kg
Jasmine fragrant rice: VND16,000–18,000/kg
Common white rice: VND16,000/kg
Soc rice: VND17,000/kg
Thai long-grain fragrant rice: VND20,000–22,000/kg
Huong Lai rice: VND22,000/kg
Nang Hoa rice: VND21,000/kg
Taiwan fragrant rice: VND20,000/kg
Soc Thai rice: VND20,000/kg
Japanese rice: VND22,000/kg
Fresh paddy prices (An Giang):
OM 380: VND5,200–5,400/kg
IR 50404: VND5,300–5,500/kg
OM 5451: VND6,000–6,200/kg
Dai Thom 8 and OM 18: both at VND6,800/kg
Nang Hoa 9: VND6,650–6,750/kg
Market activity:
In many provinces, dried paddy transactions were slow, with occasional sales of milled rice.
The early Summer-Autumn crop harvest began slowly with prices remaining flat:
In An Giang and Dong Thap, trade remained quiet and prices stable.
In Kien Giang, new supply was limited and prices showed little change.
In Tien Giang, activity was slow.
In Long An, trade was sluggish with cautious buying.
In Can Tho, demand for new Summer-Autumn paddy remained low, though prices held steady.
Export market:
Vietnam’s export rice prices fluctuated slightly from earlier in the week. According to the Vietnam Food Association (VFA):
5% broken rice: USD396/tonne (down USD1/tonne)
25% broken rice: USD368/tonne
100% broken rice: USD325/tonne
To boost rice exports through 2030, Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) introduced new measures aimed at tighter oversight, accelerating the national export strategy, and enhancing trade promotion. These efforts were unveiled at a conference in Tiền Giang province.
Key actions include expanding international trade negotiations, removing logistical and regulatory barriers, and promoting production restructuring and value chain development. Enterprises are encouraged to invest in deep processing and diversify export markets to reduce reliance on traditional buyers.
Tiền Giang was highlighted for its strategic rice production advantages, with 200 processing facilities capable of handling 3 million tonnes annually and generating about USD100 million in export revenue. Local authorities emphasized the need for investment in raw material zones, upgraded facilities, and brand development.
In the first four months of 2025, Vietnam exported 3.43 million tonnes of rice worth USD1.8 billion—up 8.1% in volume but down 13.3% in value year-on-year. Prices fell to an average of USD515/tonne, mainly due to increased global supply following India’s lifting of its export ban.
Looking ahead, the USDA forecasts global rice production for 2025–26 to reach a record 538.7 million tonnes. However, rising consumption may still trigger supply shortages. Global rice trade is expected to increase to 60.5 million tonnes in 2025 and 61.3 million tonnes in 2026. India is expected to maintain its dominant export position, limiting growth for competitors like Vietnam.
The MoIT also gathered feedback on proposed amendments to existing rice export regulations to better align with evolving global market conditions.
T.Huong
Source: Vitic