Many Positive Signals for Pepper Exports in 2025

According to statistics from the Vietnam Pepper and Spice Association (VPSA), in April 2025, Vietnam exported 23,271 tons of black pepper and 3,319 tons of white pepper. Cumulatively for the first four months of the year, total pepper exports reached 74,250 tons, valued at over $510.6 million. Compared to the same period in 2024, export volume decreased by 10.6%, but value increased significantly, reflecting a notable rise in global market prices. Specifically, in the first four months of the year, the country exported 74,250 tons of pepper, generating $510 million, a 11% decrease in volume, but a strong 44% increase in value compared to the same period last year. Accordingly, the average black pepper price reached $6,749/ton (nearly doubling) and white pepper at $8,611/ton. This is a remarkable increase, making pepper one of the agricultural commodities with the highest value growth currently. Regarding markets, the United States remains the largest importer of Vietnamese pepper ...