1.Export of wood and wood products reached 15.85 billion USD

According to the General Department of Forestry ( Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development ), in 2022, the export of timber and forest products is estimated to reach USD 16,928 billion, exceeding 3.8% of the plan, up 6.1% compared to 2021. In which, the export of wood and wood products is estimated at 15.85 billion USD, up 7%. The United States, China, Japan, South Korea and the EU are still the five main export markets for Vietnam's wood and wood products.

In 2022, the export of wood and wood products is estimated at 15.85 billion USD

2022 is considered a very difficult year for export industries in general and export of wood and forest products in particular. The reason is that inflation in important export markets of Vietnam, especially in the US and EU (two markets with export turnover accounting for over 65% of the total export turnover of the whole industry), has made the situation worse. Export of wood and wood products to these two markets dropped sharply in the third quarter of 2022.

"One of the important drivers of growth in export turnover so far this year is the expansion of exports in China, Japan and Korea ," the Vietnam Timber and Forest Products Association said.

In 2023, the export of wood and forest products aims to reach the target of 17.5 billion USD.

2. Shrimp exports hit a new record of $4.33 billion

According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, shrimp exports in 2022 will reach a new record of $4.33 billion. This is an encouraging figure for a year with many ups and downs for seafood exporters in general and shrimp in particular when facing many difficulties and challenges such as the decline in world market demand due to global inflation reached a record high, the Russia-Ukraine conflict, currency fluctuations, rising production costs, limited raw materials, limited capital for production rotation and strong competition. strong from competitors.

3. Coffee exports reached 3.94 billion USD

The Import and Export Department (Ministry of Industry and Trade) quoted data from the General Department of Customs as saying that it is estimated that Vietnam's coffee exports in 2022 will reach 1.72 million tons, worth 3.94 billion USD, an increase of 10.1 % in volume and 28.3% in value compared to 2021. The average export price of coffee in 2022 is at $2,293/ton, up 16.6% compared to 2021.

Vietnam's coffee exports in 2022 reached 1.72 million tons, worth 3.94 billion USD, up 10.1% in volume and 28.3% in value compared to 2021.

In 2022, the global coffee market will face many difficulties when global inflation skyrockets, consumers tend to "tighten their belts", causing a decrease in coffee consumption demand. Despite this, Vietnam's coffee industry still achieved remarkable results when exports grew at a double-digit rate compared to 2021.

Despite reaching an export figure of over 3 billion USD, the task set for the coming years for this industry is to reduce sales by 'bag', increase sales by 'package', and aim to develop sustainable development of the coffee industry.

It is forecasted that in 2023, the Vietnamese coffee industry will still benefit from a resilient world demand and a guaranteed domestic supply in both output and quality, meeting export requirements.

4. Rice exports reached 3.49 billion USD

According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, in 2022, rice exports will be 3.49 billion USD. This is an impressive result in the context of many market fluctuations when the rice price went down at the beginning of the year and it was not until the third quarter that the rice price increased. In the past year, there was a time when the export price of 5% broken rice of Vietnam surpassed Thailand and ranked first in the world.

5. Fruit and vegetable exports reached 3.34 billion USD

According to preliminary statistics of the General Department of Customs, Vietnam's fruit and vegetable export turnover in 2022 reached 3.34 billion USD, down 6.6% compared to 2021 (3.55 billion USD). In the opposite direction, Vietnam also spends over 2 billion USD to import vegetables and fruits in 2022, up 35% compared to 2021. Thus, this year, fruit and vegetable trade surplus is more than 1.3 billion USD.

Vietnamese vegetables and fruits are exported the most to 10 main markets, including: China, the United States, Korea, Thailand, Japan, Taiwan (China), the Netherlands, Australia, Hong Kong (China). and Laos. In contrast, the 10 largest fruit and vegetable import markets of Vietnam include: China, the US, Australia, New Zealand, Myanmar, South Africa, South Korea, Cambodia, India and Thailand.

In 2023, the Vietnam Fruit and Vegetable Association forecasts that Vietnam's export turnover will increase by 20-30%, reaching about 4 billion USD.

On January 8, 2023, the Chinese market will fully open, ending the 'Zero Covid' policy. Besides, the United States has officially opened the door to Vietnam's pomelos; Longan and macadamia nuts are also allowed to be imported by Japan; New Zealand opens the door to Vietnam's green lemons... These are all fastidious markets, however, if fruit and vegetables can be exported to these markets, opportunities for Vietnam's fruit and vegetable industry are increasingly open. wide.

In 2023, the Vietnam Fruit and Vegetable Association forecasts that Vietnam's export turnover will increase by 20-30%, reaching about 4 billion USD.

6. Rubber exports reached 3.31 billion USD

The Import-Export Department (Ministry of Industry and Trade) quoted statistics from the General Department of Customs as saying that in 2022, despite the great influence of the Covid-19 epidemic and the world economy facing many difficulties, the export of sao su Vietnam's growth is still positive.

It is estimated that in 2022, Vietnam's rubber exports will reach about 2.14 million tons, worth 3.31 billion USD, up 9.6% in volume and 1.1% in value compared to 2021. The average export price reached $1,547/ton, down 7.8% compared to 2021.

The recovery of global rubber consumption demand was the driving factor for rubber exports in the past year. However, in the face of high USD exchange rate fluctuations, while rubber latex prices were low in the last few months of the year, the correlation between rubber production costs and selling prices was unbalanced.

In 2022, Vietnam's rubber exports to most markets will grow well compared to the same period in 2021. In which, China is still the largest market for Vietnam's rubber consumption, accounting for 70 percent. 8% of the total rubber export value of the country. Second is India, accounting for 6.6% of the country's total rubber export value.

7. Cashew nut exports reached 3.07 billion USD

According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, cashew nut exports in 2022 will reach 3.07 billion USD. Although the export turnover exceeded 3 billion USD, the results achieved were lower than the initial target set by this industry (3.8 billion USD) due to the difficult market.

The conflict between Russia and Ukraine affects Vietnam's cashew exports. The recession of major economies, high inflation, which makes consumers tend to increase savings… are the reasons why Vietnam's cashew exports are in trouble.

In order to support the cashew industry, the Vietnam Cashew Association (Vinacas) recommends the authorities to support research and development of specialized standards and technical regulations for cashew nuts and by-products of cashew trees. to have a basis for quality assessment; assessment and planning for long-term stability of cashew growing areas. In difficult conditions to increase the cashew area in the country, it is necessary to have a solution to cooperate in exploiting and developing cashew material areas in Cambodia and Laos to ensure the supply of raw materials for processing and export...