Vietnam sees high growth in veggie, fruit exports in Q1

Unlike durians in Thailand which are seasonal, those in Vietnam fruit all-year round. - VNA/VNS

HANOI: Vietnam's fruit and vegetable export value is estimated to reach about US$1.25 billion in the first quarter of 2024, up 27 per cent over the same period in 2023, according to the Vietnam Fruit and Vegetable Association.

The association cited preliminary statistics from the General Department of Customs, showing that in March, the fruit and vegetable exports are estimated at $433 million, an increase of nearly 4 per cent year on year.