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Vietnam’s wheat imports surge 77 percent in February 2025

Vietnam’s wheat imports rose sharply by 77 percent month-on-month in February, reaching US$190.13 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This significant increase follows January’s total of US$107.42 million, bringing year-to-date imports to US$297.57 million.

Brazil was the largest supplier, accounting for 44.94 percent of total imports at US$85.45 million, marking a 57.43 percent rise. Australia followed with US$35.09 million, more than doubling its exports to Vietnam with a 103.94 percent increase. Ukraine saw the most dramatic surge, with imports soaring by 1,440.89 percent to US$18.01 million. Meanwhile, imports from Canada plummeted by 93.91 percent to just US$1.01 million.

Vietnam’s wheat imports continue to fluctuate, reflecting shifting trade dynamics and supplier availability.

See also: Food Processing Industry in Vietnam

Vietnam wheat imports, February 2025, US$ millions

February % Total January MoM YTD
Total 190.13 100.00% 107.42 77.00% 297.57
Other 29.82 15.68% 0.15 19395.42% 29.97
Brazil 85.45 44.94% 54.28 57.43% 139.72
Australia 35.09 18.45% 17.20 103.94% 52.29
Ukraine 18.01 9.47% 1.17 1440.89% 19.18
Russia 17.72 9.32% 15.51 14.31% 33.23
USA 3.04 1.60% 2.51 21.49% 5.55
Canada 1.01 0.53% 16.61 -93.91% 17.63

See also: How to Start an Import Business in Vietnam

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