An Giang agricultural products conquer the world market

According to the Department of Industry and Trade, in recent years, the world and domestic economic situation has had intertwined difficulties and challenges. Economic recession, inflation, changes in monetary policies of major countries... have made the consumption and export of goods difficult. However, with the attention of the province, the efforts of sectors and localities in implementing support policies, removing difficulties for businesses in trade promotion and market expansion have brought positive results. Specifically, the province's export turnover in 2024 reached more than 1.22 billion USD, an increase of 3.63% over the previous year.

Regarding rice products, the province's enterprises have exported to 60 different markets around the world. Of which, Indonesia is the province's largest rice export market, accounting for over 59% of the total turnover, up 64% over the same period last year. Next is the Singapore market, up 28% and accounting for 6% of the province's rice export market share. Seafood products achieved export turnover of 69,000 tons, equivalent to 332 million USD, to 71 countries, 2 regions ASEAN and Europe. Of which, the Asian market accounts for the highest proportion with over 60% of the market share, America about 20%, Europe accounts for 18%... With vegetables and fruits, the province exported over 147,000 tons, equivalent to 74 million USD, up 19% in turnover over the previous year. The main markets for An Giang vegetables and fruits are Malaysia, Taiwan, Poland, Belgium, the United Kingdom...

It is necessary to apply science and technology and promote digitalization in agricultural production and processing.

The Department of Industry and Trade forecasts that rice exports will face great competition in 2025, as India returns to the market and leads the world. However, An Giang rice still has the potential to consume strongly in the high-quality rice segment, potentially reaching 320 million USD. Large enterprises, such as Loc Troi Group, An Vi Import-Export Joint Stock Company, Vinh Phat Willmar Rice Company Limited... also set a plan to increase export value by over 10% in 2025.

Regarding seafood products, the province's export turnover is forecasted to reach 350 million USD in 2025, an increase of 9% compared to the previous year. The reason is that large enterprises: Nam Viet Joint Stock Company, Cuu Long Import-Export Joint Stock Company, Hung Phuc Thinh Food Joint Stock Company... have increased exports and set a growth target of 10% - 15% compared to 2024. Currently, the demand for pangasius consumption in major markets such as China, the US, South America, North America, Russia and Europe is also increasing, so this target can be achieved. Regarding vegetables and fruits, it is expected to reach 78 million USD, an increase of 6% in value compared to 2024.

To achieve the set goals in agricultural export activities, the Department of Industry and Trade has proposed a number of solutions to develop the market and limit dependence on traditional markets. Accordingly, it will increase support for enterprises to access and participate in trade promotion activities organized by the Central and local governments, while connecting potential markets in Halal Muslim countries, the Middle East, Africa, etc.

Along with that, timely information, creating favorable conditions for enterprises to grasp information, supporting effective import and export activities of goods. For OCOP products, the Department of Industry and Trade recommends establishing a unit with the An Giang certification mark, to introduce to Trade Counselors and participate in fairs inside and outside the province. The unit will also support the province's export enterprises to access and participate in major e-commerce platforms, such as: Amazon, Alibaba, eBay, Shopee, Lazada ... to reach international customers.

In addition, the unit continues to coordinate with the Department of Trade Defense (Ministry of Industry and Trade) to monitor import and export data of goods, especially items on the list of items that Vietnam is investigating and applying trade defense measures. Promote information related to free trade agreements, trade defense as well as policies related to import and export to enterprises. Strengthen exchanges with the Department of Import and Export (Ministry of Industry and Trade) to establish potential markets, build a program to promote An Giang agricultural products in markets...

The Department of Industry and Trade requested sectors and localities to review the needs of export enterprises to provide effective support. Create favorable conditions for enterprises and farmers to access science and technology, apply digitalization in agricultural production and processing to ensure quality, promote deep processing to increase the value of agricultural products, and meet international market standards.

MINH QUAN

Source: https://baoangiang.com.vn/nong-san-an-giang-chinh-phuc-thi-truong-the-gioi-a419083.html