Fruit exports to South Korea surge
In this article (5)
Vietnam exported $107.25 million worth of fruit and vegetables to South Korea in the first eight months of this year, up 3.47 percent year-on-year.
The export value of vegetables and fruit to this market reached $11.1 million in August, up 13.66 percent over the same period last year, according to the General Department of Vietnam Customs.
Six kinds of Vietnamese fruit have been exported to the Asian market including: coconuts, pineapples, white and red dragon fruit, mangoes and bananas.
Questions & Answers
Q.What was the total value of fruit and vegetable exports from Vietnam to South Korea in the first eight months of this year?
What was the total value of fruit and vegetable exports from Vietnam to South Korea in the first eight months of this year?
Vietnam's fruit and vegetable exports to South Korea totalled $107.25 million in the first eight months of this year. This represents an increase of 3.47 percent compared to the previous year.
Q.Which specific fruits are currently exported from Vietnam to South Korea?
Which specific fruits are currently exported from Vietnam to South Korea?
Six types of Vietnamese fruit are currently exported to South Korea. These include coconuts, pineapples, white and red dragon fruit, mangoes, and bananas.
Q.How do Vietnam's banana and pineapple export volumes compare to the Philippines in the South Korean market?
How do Vietnam's banana and pineapple export volumes compare to the Philippines in the South Korean market?
Vietnam's banana volume makes up about 2 percent of total banana imports into South Korea, while the Philippines accounts for approximately 75.8 percent. For pineapples, Vietnam contributes 0.62 percent compared to the Philippines' 93 percent.
Q.Which additional fruits is Vietnam aiming to export to South Korea in the future?
Which additional fruits is Vietnam aiming to export to South Korea in the future?
Vietnam is collaborating with South Korean agencies to open the market for more fruits. These include pomelos, lemons, longans, rambutans, and lychees.