This inaugural batch, weighing nearly 70 tonnes, was dispatched on October 24 in three containers by FADO iExport JSC in partnership with the Hung Thinh Phat cooperative.

This shipment marks the first time Vietnamese fresh coconuts have been transported deep into China by rail. This innovative method offers numerous advantages, including faster customs clearance, avoidance of congested border checkpoints, and more competitive transport costs compared to traditional road shipping.

Tien Giang is renowned as a powerhouse of coconut cultivation, boasting over 20,650 ha dedicated to this lucrative crop. With an annual output of around 234,000 tonnes, the province is a key player in Vietnam's billion-dollar coconut industry ambition.

The province is committed to expanding successful, high-value coconut cultivation models, said Vice Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Pham Van Trong, adding that this will not only boost farmers' income but also enable businesses to operate more effectively.