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Vietnam’s rice industry soars to $5.7 billion, redefining its global reputation.

Vietnam’s rice industry has gone beyond quantity, focusing on quality and sustainability. The shift has brought higher prices, international recognition, and greater income for farmers, marking a historic year for the sector. Vietnam’s rice exports reached a record $5.7 billion in 2024, an achievement that goes beyond numbers. More than just selling at high prices, […]

Indonesia’s Plan to Stop Rice Import Won’t Last Long, Vietnam Says.

Jayanty Nada Shofa. Jakarta. A diplomat representing major rice supplier Vietnam recently responded to Indonesia’s plan to stop the import of its staple food, saying that Jakarta might eventually change its mind. Indonesia wants to stop importing rice this year. The country mainly imports rice from fellow ASEAN countries, particularly Vietnam. Vietnamese Ambassador to Indonesia […]

Vietnamese rice export prices take a steep dive in early 2025.

VOV.VN – After remaining high for an extended period, Vietnam’s 5% broken rice export price dropped to US$399 per tonne in early 2025, falling below that of regional competitors such as Thailand, India, and Pakistan, according to the Vietnam Food Association (VFA). The price of Vietnamese 5% broken rice dropped to US$399 per tonne on […]

PH importers delay purchases of 350K tons of Vietnamese rice.

By Panay News. RICE importers from the Philippines have delayed purchases of around 350,000 metric tons of Vietnamese rice, according to a report by international news agency Reuters. The report, which was cited by ”24 Oras Weekend” on February 8, said traders are currently renegotiating agreements after Vietnamese rice prices saw a “steep decline” in […]

PH importers delay purchases of 350,000 tons of Vietnamese rice – report

By GMA Integrated News. Rice importers from the Philippines have delayed purchases of around 350,000 metric tons of Vietnamese rice, according to a report by international news agency Reuters. The report, which was cited by ”24 Oras Weekend” on Saturday, said traders are currently renegotiating agreements after Vietnamese rice prices saw a “steep decline” in […]

Vietnam works to expand markets, sustain rice export growth

By mid-January, Vietnam had exported 268,700 tonnes of rice, generating nearly 165.7 million USD, up 38.7% in volume and 23.28% in value year-on-year. To sustain exports, authorities are prioritising trade promotion, with the Ministry of Industry and Trade implementing measures to boost rice exports. Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam’s rice exports hit a record 9.18 million […]

ASIA RICE – Fresh supplies push India rates to 19-month low; Vietnam prices tumble.

AseanPlus News HANOI/MANILA (Reuters): Indian rice export prices dropped to an over 19-month low this week, weighed down by rising supplies from the new season crop and a plummeting rupee, while Vietnam’s rates slid to their lowest level since early September 2022. India’s 5% broken parboiled variety was quoted at US$418 to US$428 per metric […]