Rice prices on March 20, 2026: OM 5451 rice slightly decreased, market trading was slow.
The rice market in the Mekong Delta remained sluggish on March 20, 2026. The price of OM 5451 rice decreased by 50 VND/kg, while export prices remained higher than those of Thailand.
The rice market in the Mekong Delta region on March 20, 2026, continued to remain sluggish, with prices generally stable and trading activity quite cautious. According to updates from local areas, the cautious sentiment of traders has significantly slowed down the pace of transactions.
Fluctuations in the price of raw rice and fresh paddy.
Most notably in today's trading session was the slight downward adjustment of OM 5451 rice. Specifically, this type of rice decreased by about 50 VND/kg, currently fluctuating around 8,250 – 8,350 VND/kg. In addition, high-quality rice varieties such as Dai Thom 8 and OM 18 maintained their brand value with relatively good prices.
| Item Type | Price (VND/kg) | Status || OM 5451 Rice | 8,250 – 8,350 | Reduced by 50 dong. |
| CL 555 rice | 7,800 – 7,900 | Stable |
| OM 380 Rice | 7,500 – 7,600 | Stable |
| IR 504 rice | 8,000 – 8,100 | Stable |
| Fragrant Altar 8 / OM 18 | 8,900 – 9,350 | Stable |
| OM 18 / Dai Thom 8 rice (in the field) | 5,600 – 5,800 | Stable |
| IR 50404 rice (in the field) | 5,200 – 5,300 | Stable |
In the retail segment, rice prices at local markets have not fluctuated significantly. Specialty rice varieties such as Nang Nhen (28,000 VND/kg) and Huong Lai (22,000 VND/kg) remain at high levels. Common rice for daily consumption ranges from 12,000 to 17,000 VND/kg depending on the variety.
Export market: The disparity between regional competitors.
On the international market, the export price of Vietnamese rice continues to remain in the high segment. 5% broken rice is currently being offered at around 400-415 USD/ton. Meanwhile, premium rice varieties such as Jasmine reach 430-434 USD/ton, and 100% broken rice ranges from 316-320 USD/ton.
Notably, Vietnam's prices currently show a significant difference compared to its main competitors. Specifically, Thai 5% broken rice is priced at only $381-$385 per ton, while Indian rice is even lower at $351-$355 per ton. This difference reflects Vietnam's strategy of focusing on quality and brand value, rather than competing purely on production volume like India.
Overall, the domestic market is currently in a slowdown phase. Traders and businesses are now adopting a wait-and-see approach, awaiting clearer signals from global import demand before deciding to increase their purchasing volumes.
