Vietnam boosts agro-forestry exports to Europe

Published 2025년 5월 6일

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Vietnam's exports of agri-forestry and fisheries to the EU are growing steadily, driven by the large market and strict food quality standards. Vietnamese exporters are adapting to regulatory changes to maintain access, with rising demand for eco-friendly and organic products offering new opportunities. Vietnam's natural resources allow for the production of unique items like dragon fruit, mango, and lychee, which are less common in the EU. While most products meet EU standards, some sectors face challenges due to inconsistent production and compliance issues. Emphasizing comprehensive quality control is crucial to mitigate risks and ensure continued market access.

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Vietnam’s agri-forestry and fisheries exports to the EU are growing steadily, driven by the size of the EU market of over 450 million consumers and strict food quality and safety standards. Vietnamese exporters are adapting to changing regulations to maintain market access. Demand for eco-friendly and organic products offers opportunities for Vietnamese exports. Vietnam’s natural resources allow it to produce products such as dragon fruit, mango and lychee, which are less accessible in the EU. EU standards focus on food safety controls, quarantine procedures, food additives, technical barriers and pesticide residue limits. According to Ngo Xuan Nam, Deputy Director of SPS Vietnam, “Most Vietnamese agricultural products meet food safety and phytosanitary standards. However, challenges remain in some fast-growing sectors. Some enterprises and agricultural regions have not yet fully standardized production processes and do not strictly comply with market regulations, which makes ...

Source: AgroForum