Vietnam is one of the largest producers of young coconuts in the world, and the export of young coconuts, specifically for their water and meat, has become an important part of the country's agricultural economy. Young coconuts, also known as green coconuts or tender coconuts, are harvested before they mature into the more familiar brown, hard coconuts. The water inside young coconuts is a popular and refreshing beverage, while the soft, jelly-like flesh is also consumed as a delicacy. Here are some key points about Vietnam's young coconut export: