According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment (MAE), on May 8, Minister Do Duc Duy chaired a meeting to discuss the current situation of the management of plantation codes, traceability, and solutions to boost durian exports.
Minister of Agriculture and Environment, Do Duc Duy. Photo: MAE
The meeting was held in response to reports from the MEA indicating a significant decline in durian exports to China in the early months of 2025, reaching only about 20% of the set plan.
According to estimates, Vietnam’s durian export turnover in the first four months of 2025 reached approximately $120-130 million, with an estimated export volume of 35,000 tons.
This has not only affected the overall target of the industry but has also pulled down domestic durian prices to a quarter of export prices.
The causes are attributed to existing issues such as the lack of a clear legal framework and quarantine procedures, as well as slow progress in state management of quality and food safety.
The issuance of plantation codes, approval of packaging facilities, and testing systems have not kept up with the stringent requirements of Chinese buyers, a large market but also a risky one without careful preparation.
In response to this situation, based on the opinions of specialized agencies, Minister Do Duc Duy proposed a series of solutions to address immediate challenges and build a sustainable foundation for the durian industry.
In the short term, the MEA will closely coordinate with the General Administration of Customs of China to address technical obstacles hindering exports. Simultaneously, they will expedite the issuance of plantation codes, approval of packaging facilities, and laboratories to facilitate exports.
A plant quarantine procedure for durian will be promptly issued, forming a basis for reassessing export capacity in 2025 and adjusting plans according to reality.
In the long term, Minister Do Duc Duy suggested a focus on completing the legal system related to agricultural export management, with more specific regulations on plantation codes, packaging facilities, and testing and appraisal…
Additionally, the Minister requested specialized agencies to prepare comprehensive dossiers, content, and agendas for reporting to the leadership of the Party, State, and Government regarding the upcoming visit of the Ministry’s delegation to China to discuss comprehensive cooperation programs in the field of agriculture and environment.
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