Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable exports posted strong growth in the first quarter of 2026, with turnover estimated at nearly $1.48 billion, up 27% year-on-year, according to the Vietnam Fruit and Vegetable Association (Vinafruit).

Average monthly export value reached around $500 million, reflecting a positive recovery trend and expanding market access.

China remained the largest market for Vietnamese fruit and vegetables. In the first two months of the year, exports to China exceeded $538 million, surging 76% year-on-year and accounting for more than 54% of the total export value. The US ranked second with nearly $79.5 million, followed by the Republic of Korea with over $42.7 million and Japan with $35 million.

Meanwhile, fruit and vegetable imports in March were estimated at nearly $196 million, up 1% from the previous month but down 2% year-on-year. In the first quarter as a whole, imports totaled $761.4 million, rising 25.7% compared to the same period last year.