Vietnamese lychee exports have increased by 92 percent

Grown according to international standards and preserved using modern technology, Vietnamese lychees are entering a breakthrough phase in exports. Specifically, Vietnamese lychee exports have increased 92% in export value. Notably, Vietnamese lychee fruits have strong presence in high-end markets.

Amid major fluctuations in the global agricultural market, Vietnamese lychee has made a surprising breakthrough. It is not only in export value but also in their ability to penetrate some of the world’s most demanding markets.

In the first hafl of 2025, Vietnamese lychee exports reached $45.4 million. This value went up 92% compared to the same period last year. As a result, it once again affirms the growing strength of this specialty fruit on the global agricultural map.

In June 2025, Vietnam’s lychee export value reached $35 million, more than tripling compared to the same period last year. The main driving force came from a sharp increase in imports from various markets. Especially, China is the leading market, with $27 million, a 3.63-fold increase compared to June of the previous year.

Notably, beyond traditional markets, many so-called “demanding” markets such as France, the U.S., Australia, Canada, and the U.K. also recorded export growth of 2 to 5 times compared to last year. In fact, among the top 10 importing countries, growth rates ranged from 10% to over 2,000%, demonstrating the rising appeal of Vietnamese lychee exports.

Another breakthrough in 2025 is the official debut of fresh Vietnamese lychees on the shelves of Costco. Costco is the largest retail chain in the U.S., with over 635 supermarkets across the U.S. and Canada. Previously, Vietnamese lychees had appeared in chains like Safeway, but their presence at Costco marks a significant step forward in bringing Vietnamese agricultural products into modern, large-scale global retail channels.

The distributor is Dragonberry Produce, one of the leading premium fruit importers in the U.S. This marks the third consecutive year the company has brought lychees from Bac Giang to the U.S. market. A representative from Dragonberry Produce noted that American consumers increasingly favor the distinctive flavor of Vietnamese lychees. Also, he emphasized that maintaining consistent quality and building a sustainable brand were crucial for competing in high-end markets.

The Vietnam Trade Office stated that it will continue to support businesses in expanding their product portfolios and developing markets. As a result, it would help more of Vietnam’s key agricultural products penetrate deeper into the U.S. market.

This success is not a matter of luck. It is the result of efforts to improve product quality and strictly comply with international standards. Branded as Golden Lychees, Vietnamese lychees are grown following Globalgap, which offer a naturally sweet taste, distinctive crispness, and full compliance with U.S. phytosanitary requirements.

The quality of Vietnam’s lychees has significantly improved thanks to the application of modern harvesting and preservation technologies. Therefore, it helped extend shelf life and maintain freshness. In addition, many Vietnamese companies of lychees have developed supply chains, from production and cultivation to distribution. It will help enhance productivity and ensure consistent quality.

The area of lychee cultivation meeting Vietgap and Globalgap standards in Vietnam is continuously expanding. Such kinds of lychee have qualified for official export to demanding markets such as Japan, the U.S., and the EU. After undergoing irradiation treatment in Vietnam, the lychees are shipped by sea to optimize preservation time and ensure quality upon reaching consumers.

In terms of economic value, at the farm, lychee prices range from 8,000 to 20,000 VND per kilogram depending on the type. For batches with designated growing area codes and attractive packaging, prices can reach 25,000–30,000 VND per kilogram. Notably, the prices even range from 35,000 to 40,000 VND per kilogram at the beginning of the season.

When exported and distributed in foreign supermarkets, Vietnamese lychees are sold at around 200,000–300,000 VND per kilogram. These prices include logistics and post-harvest processing costs. This highlights the significant potential to increase the value of agricultural products if they meet international standards.

Bac Giang province remains the leading province in lychee production and consumption nationwide. Meanwhile, Hai Duong province, with its specialty Thanh Ha lychees, continues to make a strong contribution to the export value chain. Across the country, many growing areas have been granted planting area codes and have adopted safe production practices. As a result, it will reinforce the increasingly solid position of Vietnamese lychees in the global agricultural market.

Vietnamese source: https://haiquanonline.com.vn/xuat-khau-vai-thieu-tang-92-198104.html&link=autochanger