The article highlights the dynamic of Vietnam's agricultural, forestry, and fishery (AFF) exports to the United States, showcasing a significant surge of 44.88% in the first eight months of 2021 compared to the same period in 2020, despite a slight hiccup in August 2021. The U.S. continues to be the largest market for these exports, with a trade surplus for Vietnam. Key products contributing to this trade include wood and wood products, seafood, and cashew nuts. However, the cashew nut market faces growing competition from the Ivory Coast and Niger. Additionally, the article touches on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and port congestion in California on the seafood supply chain, leading to increased costs and pricing challenges for seafood suppliers. Furthermore, the U.S. import of rubber has seen a notable increase of 12% in volume and 27.6% in value in the first three quarters of 2021, with Indonesia, Thailand, Canada, Korea, and Ivory Coast being the top suppliers.