Promoting agricultural production with export and processing

(ĐN)- Many Vietnamese fruits such as durian, mango, and watermelon have recently faced sharp price drops due to reduced exports to China, leading to domestic oversupply and heavy losses for farmers.

This stems from previous years of booming exports to China, which pushed prices high and encouraged mass expansion of planting areas. However, China has since tightened import standards, requiring traceable growing areas and packaging codes, as well as strict pesticide residue controls. Many Vietnamese growers prioritized yield over quality, resulting in rejected shipments. Additionally, the U.S.–China trade tensions have weakened China’s economy, reducing its import demand and impacting Vietnam’s exports.

Dong Nai, with over 300,000 hectares of farmland, and a projected 740,000 hectares after merging with Bình Phước, can supply over 2.3 million tons of agricultural products annually. Despite exporting to more than 10 countries, Đồng Nai still relies heavily on the Chinese market. Meanwhile, local processing capacity remains limited.

Farmers are calling for more government support to help businesses invest in processing facilities and export expansion, which would ensure more sustainable agricultural development.

Reported by H.G