Vietnam’s agri-forestry-fisheries exports hit USD 58 billion in 10 months

Vietnam’s exports of agricultural, forestry, and fisheries products reached an estimated USD 5.96 billion in October 2025, up 6.3% from the same month last year, bringing total exports for the first ten months to USD 58.13 billion, a 12.9% increase, the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment said on Nov 5.

Agricultural products accounted for the largest share at USD 31.34 billion (+15.5%), followed by forestry products at USD 14.93 billion (+5.8%), fisheries at USD 9.31 billion (+12.9%), and livestock products at USD 512.9 million (+19%). Input materials for production rose 31.9% to USD 2.03 billion, while salt exports doubled to USD 9.5 million.

Asia remained the top market, absorbing 44.7% of total exports, followed by the Americas (22.7%) and Europe (13.8%). Exports to Europe rose 37.5%, and shipments to Africa jumped 83.6%, reflecting ongoing market expansion. China (21.4%), the United States (20.4%), and Japan (7%) were the top three markets, with growth of 12%, 6.2%, and 20.4% respectively.

Deputy Minister Phung Duc Tien said the sector faced significant challenges in 2025, with 12 storms hitting the country and Typhoon No. 13 forecast as severe. Storms and floods caused estimated losses of USD 2.0 billion and claimed 211 lives, with agriculture hit hardest. Recovery funding so far has covered only about USD 110 million, far below the actual needs.

To support affected areas, the ministry held production recovery meetings in 11 provinces. Despite the setbacks, output remains positive: rice production reached 39 million tonnes (99.2% of plan), fisheries 8.16 million tonnes (+3.1%), livestock +2.9%, and forestry harvesting 31 million cubic metres (+7.8%). The trade surplus stood at USD 17.59 billion, up 16.4%, and total exports are expected to exceed USD 70 billion by year-end if the last two months reach around USD 12 billion.

The ministry is also pushing regulatory reforms, streamlining administrative procedures, and promoting sustainable, green agriculture. Commemorative events marking the 80th anniversary of the sector will review achievements, lessons learned, and outline strategic directions for 2026-2030.

Source: https://vietfishmagazine.com/