AsemconnectVietnam - Vietnam’s agricultural markets on April 9 saw divergent movements across key commodities, as coffee prices plunged under heavy selling pressure while pepper and live hog prices firmed. Durian and hog farmers continued to benefit from elevated price levels, while rice, rubber and other products recorded mixed trends.

Coffee prices tumbled sharply amid heavy sell-off
Vietnam’s domestic coffee market recorded a steep decline on April 9, marking one of the deepest corrections since the beginning of the month, as selling pressure intensified in line with global market weakness. In the Central Highlands, the country’s main coffee-growing region, prices fell by approximately 4,000 dong per kilogram compared with the previous session, dropping to a range of 84,700–85,300 dong/kg. Specifically, Lam Dong province reported prices between 84,700 and 85,300 dong/kg, while Dak Lak and Gia Lai both traded around 85,200 dong/kg. The rapid fall below the psychological threshold of 85,000 dong/kg underscored mounting downward pressure, particularly as international benchmarks declined in tandem.
On global markets, coffee prices dropped sharply on both the London and New York exchanges. Robusta coffee futures for May 2026 delivery on the London exchange fell by 3.85% to $3,315 per tonne, the lowest level in roughly eight months. The July 2026 contract also declined significantly to $3,231 per tonne.
Meanwhile, arabica coffee futures on the New York exchange lost around 4%, with the May 2026 contract falling to 286.1 US cents per pound, the lowest level in three weeks. The July contract also dropped to 281.3 cents per pound.
Market participants attributed the downturn to increased speculative selling and improved supply expectations, which weighed heavily on prices after a prolonged period of strength.
Pepper prices edged higher after sideways movement
Vietnam’s domestic pepper market showed signs of recovery on April 9 after several sessions of stagnation, with prices increasing by around 500 dong/kg across most regions.
Prices rose to a range of 138,500–139,500 dong/kg, with Dak Lak and Lam Dong recording the highest levels at 139,500 dong/kg, reflecting improving demand in key producing areas.
In Ho Chi Minh City, pepper prices climbed to 139,000 dong/kg, while Gia Lai and Dong Nai recorded 138,500 dong/kg.
On the international front, data from the International Pepper Community indicated continued divergence among major producing countries. Indonesian black pepper prices fell slightly by 0.32%, equivalent to $23 per tonne, to $7,083 per tonne. Muntok white pepper prices also declined by $31 per tonne to $9,331 per tonne.
Elsewhere, markets remained largely stable. Brazil’s ASTA 570 black pepper held steady at $6,150 per tonne, while Malaysian black pepper prices were unchanged at $9,300 per tonne.
Vietnam’s export prices remained within a relatively narrow range, with black pepper quoted at $6,000–6,100 per tonne for 500 g/l and 550 g/l grades. White pepper export prices were unchanged at $8,900 per tonne.
Rice trading slowed as export prices fluctuated
In the Mekong Delta, Vietnam’s rice bowl, trading activity remained subdued, with only slight price adjustments observed in some varieties.
According to data from the An Giang Department of Agriculture and Environment, fresh paddy prices for OM 18 and Dai Thom 8 increased by 300 dong/kg to 5,800–6,100 dong/kg. OM 5451 rose by 100 dong/kg to 5,500–5,600 dong/kg. IR 50404 remained at 5,400–5,500 dong/kg, while OM 34 traded at 5,100–5,200 dong/kg.
Rice prices also varied depending on type. Export-grade raw rice CL 555 was quoted at 8,100–8,200 dong/kg, OM 5451 at 8,650–8,750 dong/kg, and Dai Thom 8 at 9,200–9,400 dong/kg. Other varieties such as OM 380 and Soc Thom ranged from 7,500–7,600 dong/kg, while IR 504 stood at 8,000–8,100 dong/kg.
Finished IR 504 rice traded at 9,500–9,700 dong/kg, slightly higher than the previous day.
In export markets, Vietnam’s rice prices showed mixed movements. According to the Vietnam Food Association, 5% broken fragrant rice was offered at $400–445 per tonne. Prices for 100% broken rice rose by $1 per tonne to $330–334 per tonne, while jasmine rice declined by $2 per tonne to $433–437 per tonne.
Globally, Thailand’s rice prices edged higher, with 5% broken rice increasing by $3 per tonne to $339–373 per tonne and 100% broken rice rising by $1 per tonne to $350–354 per tonne. Indian rice prices remained stable, with 5% broken rice at $335–339 per tonne and 100% broken rice at $283–287 per tonne.
Durian prices stayed high but showed strong divergence
Durian prices in Vietnam remained at attractive levels on April 9, although significant disparities persisted between varieties and grades, with Thai Monthong (VIP) and Ri6 continuing to dominate the market.
In the Mekong Delta, Thai VIP durian Grade A was priced at 160,000–165,000 dong/kg, while Grade B ranged from 140,000–145,000 dong/kg and Grade C from 65,000–75,000 dong/kg.
Lower-quality Thai durian and off-grade fruit were traded at significantly lower levels, with rejected fruit priced between 30,000 and 40,000 dong/kg.
Ri6 durian was purchased at 100,000–110,000 dong/kg for Grade A, 85,000–95,000 dong/kg for Grade B, and 55,000–65,000 dong/kg for Grade C.
Other varieties such as Musang King were traded at 130,000–140,000 dong/kg for Grade A and 115,000–120,000 dong/kg for Grade B. Chuong Bo durian ranged from 85,000–95,000 dong/kg for Grade A.
The strong price levels reflected robust demand, particularly from export markets, although quality differentiation continued to play a significant role.
Live hog prices rose in parts of the country
Vietnam’s live hog market remained stable in the northern region, while central and southern areas recorded localized increases.
Nationwide, prices ranged from 63,000 to 69,000 dong/kg.
In the north, prices held steady between 63,000 and 65,000 dong/kg, with several provinces including Hanoi, Bac Ninh and Hai Phong maintaining the highest level at 65,000 dong/kg.
In the central and Central Highlands regions, Dak Lak saw a sharp increase of 2,000 dong/kg to 67,000 dong/kg, while Lam Dong rose by 1,000 dong/kg to 68,000 dong/kg, the highest in the region.
Southern provinces experienced moderate gains, particularly in high-demand areas. Ho Chi Minh City, Dong Nai and Ca Mau all recorded increases of 1,000 dong/kg. Prices in the south ranged from 66,000 to 69,000 dong/kg, with Dong Nai and Ho Chi Minh City reaching the peak level of 69,000 dong/kg.
Rubber markets weakened globally, stable domestically
On international exchanges, rubber prices showed a generally bearish trend.
On the Singapore Exchange (SGX), TSR20 rubber futures for May 2026 fell by 1.44% to 203.50 US cents/kg. Contracts for June and July declined by 0.91%, while August and September contracts also recorded modest losses.
In Japan, the TOCOM exchange showed mixed movements. The April RSS3 contract fell by 0.87%, while the May contract rose by 0.88%. Other contracts declined, reflecting uncertainty in market sentiment.
On the Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE), prices remained relatively stable within a narrow range, with minor fluctuations across contracts.
Domestically, rubber prices remained largely unchanged. Major companies maintained stable purchasing rates for latex and raw rubber, indicating a wait-and-see approach amid global uncertainty.
Source: Vitic/Nongthongviet.vn