Raising agricultural, forestry, and fishery exports to $70 billion in 2025

According to a report by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, in 2024, the total export turnover of these products nationwide reached a record high of $62.5 billion, marking an 18.7% increase compared to 2023. The trade surplus also set a new record of $17.9 billion, up 46.8%. Eleven product categories maintained an export value of over $1 billion, with seven exceeding $3 billion, including wood and wood products, fruits and vegetables, rice, coffee, cashews, shrimp, and rubber.

In terms of markets, the United States surpassed China to become Vietnam's largest export market for agricultural, forestry, and fishery products, with China now ranked second, followed by the EU, Japan, and South Korea.

Many Vietnamese export products have built strong brands in major global markets. However, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development acknowledges that agricultural, forestry, and fishery exports face numerous challenges, with production increasingly affected by unpredictable natural disasters and climate change. Additionally, markets continue to fluctuate, and technical regulations are becoming stricter, particularly in relation to sustainable and green development.

To ensure stable production and continued export growth in the coming years, the Ministry has called on agencies, local authorities, industry associations, and businesses to intensify efforts in restructuring the agricultural sector. Focus should be placed on promoting key areas such as rice, aquatic products, and fruits and vegetables by improving quality and efficiency. Further efforts should include building value chains for each product category, enhancing logistics infrastructure, and ensuring secure supply chains for both domestic and export markets.