The export value of agricultural products in the first half of the year estimated at 18.3 billion USD, up 16.8%; livestock exports reached approximately 264 million USD, marking a 10.1% increase; fisheries totaled 5 billion USD, up 14.5% and forestry products brought in 8.7 billion USD, up 8.8%.
According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, Vietnam’s total trade value of agri-forestry-fishery products in the first half of 2025 is estimated at 57 billion USD. Exports contributed 33.5 billion USD, marking a 14.3% increase, while imports totaled 23.5 billion USD, up 12.8% compared to the same period in 2024.
In terms of exports, agricultural products led with an estimated $18.3 billion (up 16.8%), livestock at 264 million USD (up 10.1%), fisheries at 5 billion USD (up 14.5%) and forestry products at 8.7 billion USD (up 8.8%).
Notably, 9 out of 11 major export categories continued their upward trajectory, including coffee, rubber, pepper, cashew nuts, livestock, fisheries, and wood and wood products.
Two product categories experienced a decline in export value in the first half of 2025: rice exports reached 2.6 billion USD, down 9.8% and fruits and vegetables totaled 2.7 billion USD, falling 17.1% compared to the same period last year.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment stated that it will continue to sustain export momentum, maintain and stabilize traditional markets and tap into or pivot toward potential markets in order to meet the 2025 export target of USD 65 billion.
The Ministry also emphasized efforts to preserve supply chain stability across sectors, boost high-potential industries and maximize remaining growth capacity. In addition, Vietnam aims to make the most of tax deferral periods, balance the trade deficit with the U.S and seize every opportunity to accelerate exports in early Q3, with the goal of significantly increasing export value in the second half of the year.
By Vietnam Plus