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The Food Processing category covers manufacturing, distribution, and technological innovations in the food production sector. It explores automation, regulatory policies, supply chain efficiency, and product development, providing insights into exports, imports, investment, and sustainability efforts shaping the food industry.
Vietnam’s cashew nut exports decline by 21.49 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s exports of cashew nuts decreased by 24.28 percent in February 2025 compared to January, reaching US$199.64 million, according to data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s pastry, sweets, and cereal product imports rise 20.03 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s imports of pastry, sweets, and cereal products increased by 20.03 percent month-on-month in February, reaching US$48.61 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This brings total year-to-date imports to US$89.19 million, reflecting growing consumer demand for these products.
Vietnam’s cashew nut imports surge 45.15 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s cashew nut imports rose by 45.15 percent month-on-month in February, reaching US$250.61 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows January’s total of US$172.66 million, reflecting a strong increase in import demand.
Vietnam’s exports of cashew nuts fall 30.24 percent in January
Vietnam’s exports of cashew nuts decreased by 30.24 percent month-on-month in January, reaching US$254.27 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows a decline from US$364.51 million recorded in December.
Fruit and vegetable processing industry in Vietnam sees annual growth despite January decline
Vietnam’s processing and preserving of fruits and vegetables increased by 118.4 percent in January compared to the 2019 baseline, according to Vietnam’s Industrial Production Index. However, this was lower than December 2024, when output stood at 140.6 percent above 2019 levels.
Vietnam’s raw flour production sees solid annual growth in 2024
Year-on-year, the sector recorded an impressive 12.1 percent increase in December 2024 compared to December 2023. For the full year of 2024, cumulative growth reached 6.2 percent compared to 2023, reflecting steady progress in this essential industry.
Vietnam’s exports of cashew nuts drop by 8.09 percent in December
Vietnam’s exports of cashew nuts total US$4.34 billion for 2024, reflecting a strong performance despite the month-on-month decline. The “Other” category showed a slight increase of 1.40 percent month-on-month, reaching US$205.7 million.
Vietnam’s cashew nut imports rise by 32.53 percent in December
Tanzania emerged as the standout supplier in December, with imports surging by an extraordinary 855.01 percent to US$87.78 million. Indonesia also showed significant growth, with imports rising 33.47 percent to US$27.77 million.
Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable processing shows strong annual growth in 2024
Year-on-year, the sector expanded by 11.5 percent in December 2024 compared to December 2023. For the full year of 2024, cumulative growth reached an impressive 15.9 percent compared to 2023, reflecting substantial progress in this vital industry.
Vietnam’s Cashew Nut Industry: Overview 2025
Vietnam is the world’s leading producer and exporter of cashew nuts, contributing over 50 percent of the global supply. The industry plays a significant role in the country’s economy, generating billions of US dollars in export revenue annually. This article provides a brief overview of how it all works.
Vietnam’s Food Processing Industry: Overview 2025
The industry is experiencing rising domestic and international demand for packaged, convenient, and value-added food products. Urbanisation, changing consumer preferences, and a growing middle class have fuelled demand for processed food, including dairy, snacks, and ready-to-eat meals. Additionally, Vietnam’s numerous free trade agreements have opened new markets, making the country a competitive supplier of processed food to global markets.
Vietnam’s pastry, sweets, and cereals products exports decline by 0.91 percent in December
Vietnam’s exports of pastry, sweets, and cereals products total US$1.23 billion for 2024…
Vietnam’s pastry, sweets, and cereals exports dip 4.8 percent in November
The United States was the largest importer, contributing US$19.12 million in November, a 10.62 percent decline from October, while Japan increased its imports by 5.08 percent to US$11.78 million.
Vietnam’s cashew nut exports experience slight drop in November
China topped the list of importers with US$95.43 million in November, a significant 27.32 percent increase compared to the previous month. The United States followed closely with US$93.14 million, although this represented an 8.96 percent decrease.
Vietnam’s food processing, manufacturing production jumps in November
Year-on-year, the sector achieved notable growth of 10.91 percent in November 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. Over the first 11 months of 2024, the IPI for food processing and manufacturing rose by 7.65 percent compared to the same period last year, underscoring its significant contribution to Vietnam’s industrial output.
Vietnam’s pastry and cereal product exports surge in October
Year-to-date figures further highlight robust performance. From January to October, exports in this category totalled US$995.76 million, a 20.8 percent increase compared to the same period in 2023.