AsemconnectVietnam - Vietnam’s coffee prices surged on Thursday morning, extending a strong rebound in the Central Highlands, while domestic pepper prices edged lower and rice markets in the Mekong Delta showed mixed movements amid firmer global trends.

Coffee rose 2,500–2,700 dong/kg
Domestic coffee prices rose sharply by 2,500–2,700 dong per kg, lifting the average level in the Central Highlands to around 96,000 dong ($3.70) per kg.
In Dak Lak, coffee traded at 96,000 dong per kg, up 2,600 dong from the previous session. Gia Lai posted the strongest gain, rising 2,700 dong to 96,000 dong. Dak Nong matched that level with a 2,500-dong increase, while Lam Dong reached 95,300 dong, up 2,500 dong.
Domestic prices are now hovering between 95,300 and 96,000 dong per kg, rebounding significantly from the recent low of 93,000 dong recorded several sessions ago.
Traders said the recovery was supported by a turnaround in global markets, where technical selling pressure eased and short-covering activity increased. Low certified inventories on international exchanges and a softer U.S. dollar also encouraged renewed fund flows into agricultural commodities, including coffee.
Analysts said the market is testing resistance levels around 97,000–98,000 dong per kg. However, volatility remains elevated, with profit-taking likely if prices approach previous highs.
The 93,000–94,000 dong range is seen as a key support zone. Should global markets maintain their upward momentum, domestic prices are expected to hold above 95,000 dong in the near term.
Pepper slips after recent rally
Vietnam’s domestic pepper prices fell by 500–1,000 dong per kg, retreating to 149,000–151,000 dong per kg after touching 152,000 dong earlier this week.
Dak Lak and Dak Nong recorded the steepest declines of 1,000 dong, bringing prices to 151,000 dong per kg. Gia Lai and Dong Nai fell 500 dong to 149,000 dong. Ba Ria–Vung Tau was unchanged at 150,000 dong.
Market participants described the move as a technical correction during the peak harvest period, with some farmers locking in profits.
On the global market, prices were largely steady. According to the International Pepper Community (IPC), Indonesian black pepper was quoted at $6,899 per metric ton, Brazil’s ASTA 570 at $6,125, and Malaysian black pepper at $9,100. Vietnamese black pepper exports held at $6,400–6,600 per tonne, depending on grade.
White pepper prices were also stable, with Indonesia’s Muntok at $9,247 per ton, Malaysia at $12,100, and Vietnam at $9,150.
In India, pepper prices have cooled after a strong rally in January. Although output in key producing regions is projected to decline 20–30% due to adverse weather, rising imports have weighed on the market.
India imported 35,557 tons of black pepper in 2024 and 29,269 tons in 2025, while annual domestic production ranges from 50,000 to 75,000 tons, compared with consumption of around 79,000 tons.
Rice mixed in Mekong Delta; exports show slight moves
Rice prices in the Mekong Delta were mixed, with thin arrivals and subdued trading activity reported across major hubs including Sa Dec in Dong Thap and Cai Be in Tien Giang.
CL555 export-grade rice fell for a third consecutive session, down 100 dong to 7,900–8,000 dong per kg. Dai Thom 8 edged up 50 dong to 9,200–9,300 dong.
Other varieties were quoted as follows:
• IR50404: 8,500–8,600 dong per kg
• OM380: 7,600–7,700 dong
• IR504: 8,000–8,100 dong
• OM18: 8,900–9,100 dong
• OM5451: 8,750–8,900 dong
• Soc Thom fragrant rice: 7,500–7,600 dong
Glutinous rice prices were steady, while rice bran fell by 50 dong to 8,000–8,150 dong per kg, marking the third consecutive decline.
Paddy markets were largely stable, with limited supply and cautious buying. Fresh IR50404 paddy held at 5,400–5,500 dong per kg, OM5451 at 5,800–6,000 dong, and OM18 and Dai Thom 8 at 6,500–6,700 dong.
According to the Vietnam Food Association (VFA), Vietnam’s jasmine rice rose $2 per tonne to $433–437 per tonne. White 5% broken rice slipped $1 to $360–364 per tonne, while fragrant 5% broken rice was steady at $400–415.
Thai 5% broken rice was quoted at $381–385 per ton, Indian 5% broken rice at $349–353, and Pakistan’s 5% broken rice at $363–367.
UkrAgroConsult reported that global rice prices have risen 11.1% so far this year, diverging from weaker trends in other agricultural commodities such as corn and sugar.
The rally has been driven by post-restriction demand following India’s removal of export curbs late in 2025, triggering restocking by buyers in Africa and the Middle East. Seasonal demand ahead of Ramadan and Lunar New Year has further underpinned prices.
While stronger prices have improved margins for Asian exporters, higher input costs are raising concerns among food manufacturers and increasing risks of food inflation globally.
Vietnam hog market
Vietnam’s live hog prices fell further in the northern and central regions on Thursday morning, while southern markets remained stable, traders said. Nationwide, hog prices are currently trading between 69,000 and 72,000 dong ($2.65–2.77) per kg.
In the north, prices declined by 1,000 dong per kg in most provinces, with Tuyen Quang posting a sharper drop of 2,000 dong. Bac Ninh held steady at the region’s highest level of 72,000 dong per kg. Cao Bang, Thai Nguyen, Lang Son, Quang Ninh, Hanoi, Hai Phong, Ninh Binh, Dien Bien, Son La and Hung Yen slipped 1,000 dong to 71,000 dong.
Tuyen Quang fell to 70,000 dong after losing 2,000 dong, while Lao Cai and Lai Chau declined 1,000 dong to 70,000 dong. Phu Tho was unchanged at 70,000 dong.
Regional prices now range between 70,000 and 72,000 dong per kg.
Prices in the central and Central Highlands regions followed a similar downward trend, with most provinces recording a 1,000-dong decline.
Nghe An dropped to 69,000 dong per kg, the lowest level in the region. Quang Tri, Hue, Da Nang, Quang Ngai and Khanh Hoa fell to 71,000 dong.
Gia Lai declined to 70,000 dong, while Thanh Hoa, Ha Tinh and Dak Lak held at 70,000 dong. Lam Dong remained the highest in the region at 72,000 dong per kg.
Overall, the central region is trading between 69,000 and 72,000 dong.
In contrast, southern markets were unchanged. Dong Nai, Tay Ninh and Ho Chi Minh City maintained the top level of 72,000 dong per kg. Dong Thap traded at 71,000 dong.
An Giang, Ca Mau and Vinh Long held at 70,000 dong, while Can Tho remained the lowest in the region at 69,000 dong.
Traders said the southern market has shown greater price stability in recent sessions despite softer movements in the north and central regions.
Separately, the People’s Council of Dak Lak province has approved Resolution No. 05 on financial assistance for farmers affected by Typhoon No. 13 and heavy flooding in November 2025, local media reported.
Under the policy, livestock producers will receive one-off support payments depending on animal type and age. Hog farmers will receive between 550,000 dong and 1.06 million dong per head for piglets, while breeding sows and boars will qualify for 3 million dong per head.
Total support funding amounts to more than 600.9 billion dong, sourced from the central budget (374 billion dong), provincial relief mobilization funds (203.9 billion dong), and the 2026 provincial budget (23 billion dong).
Authorities said implementation will be closely monitored to ensure accurate targeting and prevent misuse of funds.
T.Huong
Source: Vitic