Vietnam's agricultural sector continues to affirm its position as the pillar of the economy, with export turnover reaching a record level. According to preliminary data from the Customs Department updated to August 15, 2025, There are up to 8 key export product groups with turnover of 1 billion USD or more, increase by 1 group compared to the same period in 2024. This increase not only reflects the industry's resilience but also makes an important contribution to the agricultural export target of reaching 50 billion USD this year.. This article will analyze in detail eight billion-dollar groups, growth promoting factors, challenges and future prospects, helping businesses and investors seize opportunities in the agricultural export sector.

Overview of Vietnam's Agricultural Exports in 2025

The year 2025 marks a strong recovery of the agricultural industry after fluctuations from the pandemic and climate change.. According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Agricultural, forestry and fishery export turnover in the first half of the year reached more than 30 billion USD, increased 15% over the same period last year. In there, 8 key product groups reached billion USD, accounting for a large proportion of total turnover. This increase is mainly due to market diversification, improve product quality and take advantage of free trade agreements (FTA) like CPTPP, EVFTA and RCEP.

Billion-dollar groups include wood and wood products, seafood, coffee, vegetables, rice, caosu, cashews and pepper. Special, Pepper is a new product group “billion dollar club”, thanks to the skyrocketing average export value. This proves that Vietnamese agriculture is not only based on quantity but also focuses on added value, in line with global consumer trends towards sustainable and high-quality products.

Details of 8 Billion Dollar Export Product Groups

1. Wood and Wood Products: Leading With 10,37 Billion USD

Wood and wood products continue to be “star” of the agricultural industry, reached turnover 10,37 billion USD, increase 8,26% compared to 2024. This is the first product group to reach the 10 billion USD mark in the year, accounts for the largest proportion of agricultural exports. Main products such as furniture, Plywood and wooden floors are popular in the US market (accounts for 40%), EU and Japan. The reason for strong growth is thanks to the stable supply chain and FSC certification (Forest Stewardship Council) about sustainable origins.

2. Seafood: 6,56 Billion USD, Increase 13,81%

Seafood is the second product group with a turnover of 6,56 billion USD, Impressive growth 13,81%. Products such as shrimp, Pangasius and tuna are strongly exported to China (1,2 billion USD), America (more than 1 billion USD) and Japan (920 million USD). This success is thanks to the application of modern farming technology and compliance with ASC standards (Aquaculture Stewardship Council), helps overcome technical barriers from import markets.

3. Coffee: Turnover Increases Thanks to High Prices

Coffee scores about 3,5 billion USD (based on estimated data from the chart), with growth from world prices. Vietnam is the world's second largest coffee exporter, mainly robusta. Main market: Virtue, America and Japan. 2025, Coffee prices increased due to drought in Brazil, helping Vietnam's turnover breakthrough.

4. Vegetables and Fruits: Market Diversity

Fruits and vegetables reached more than 3 billion USD, increased thanks to diversifying products such as dragon fruit, durian and banana. The Chinese market dominates, but the EU and US are expanding thanks to GlobalGAP certification. The 20% growth reflects efforts to control pesticide residues.

5. Rice: Stable With 2,5 Billion USD

Rice is a traditional commodity, reach 2,5 billion USD. Vietnam exports ST25 fragrant rice and jasmine to Africa, Asia. Growth thanks to improved rice varieties and large contracts with the Philippines.

6. Cao Su: Increase in Price Compensates for Decrease in Quantity

Rubber reached 2 billion USD, Although volume decreased, prices increased due to demand from the global auto industry. Main market: China and India.

7. Cashew: High Quality

Cashew nuts scored 1,8 billion USD, with India and the US being major markets. Vietnam leads the world in exporting cashew nuts.

8. Pepper: New Product Group With 1 Billion USD

Pepper is the new bright spot, reached more than 1 billion USD even though the volume decreased by 20%..000 tons compared to 2024. Turnover increased by 28,38% thanks to the average price of 6,830 USD/ton, increase 44,7%. Market: America (248,26 million USD), Virtue (82 million USD), India (65,5 million USD), UAE (41,24 million USD), Netherlands (36,4 million USD), Older brother (36,2 million USD), Thailand (29,78 million USD), that (25,67 million USD). Market diversity from the Americas, Europe to Asia helps pepper stabilize.

Reasons for Growth and the Role of Trade Agreements

The breakthrough of 8 billion-dollar groups is due to many factors. Firstly, FTAs like EVFTA reduce tariffs, helps Vietnamese products become more competitive in the EU. For example, Wood and seafood enjoy 0% tax in many markets. Monday, technology application: Smart irrigation for coffee, sustainable aquaculture. Tuesday, Diversify markets to reduce risks from China. Final, World prices increase due to climate change and global inflation.

Challenges and Solutions

Although successful, The agricultural sector faces challenges: Climate change affects productivity, Technical barriers from the market (like EU quarantine), and competition from Brazil, India. Solution: Invest Rs&D new breed, organic certification, and digitizing the supply chain to drive value.

Future Prospects

2025, Agricultural exports are expected to reach 55 billion USD, with 8 billion dollar groups continuing to lead the way. Focusing on sustainability and high technology will help Vietnam affirm its global position.

Conclude

Eight billion-dollar export commodity groups are proof of the vitality of Vietnam's agricultural industry. With the right strategy, The industry will continue to grow, contribute to economic growth. Businesses need to monitor customs data to adjust strategies promptly.

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