Durian prices on December 30th: Thai durian breaks the 97,000 VND/kg mark.
On December 30th, the durian market saw a sharp increase in Thai durian prices, rising by 7,000 VND/kg to 97,000 VND/kg. Conversely, Ri6 durian prices showed signs of a slight decrease at warehouses.
The durian market on December 30th showed a clear differentiation between varieties in key areas. While Thai durian (Dona) saw a sharp price increase, reaching its highest level since the previous adjustment, Ri6 durian showed signs of a slight cooling down at some purchasing warehouses in the Mekong Delta.
Durian price fluctuations in the Mekong Delta region.
In Tien Giang, Cai Lay, and Dong Thap provinces, trading activity at purchasing warehouses has become vibrant due to increased demand from the export market. In particular, Grade A Thai durian has seen a price increase of 2,000 – 7,000 VND/kg compared to previous days.
| Generic | Classify | Purchase price (VND/kg) |
|---|---|---|
| Thai durian (Dona) | Type A | 92,000 – 97,000 |
| Type B | 72,000 – 77,000 | |
| Type C | 47,000 – 50,000 | |
| Ri6 durian | Type A | 56,000 – 58,000 |
| Type B | 41,000 – 43,000 | |
| Musang King | Type A | 115,000 – 118,000 |
| Type B | 85,000 – 88,000 |
In the premium segment, durianMusang KingIt continues to maintain its leading position in terms of value, with an increase of 8,000 – 10,000 VND/kg for grade A durian. Meanwhile, the durian variety...StablePrices remained stable, fluctuating around 63,000 – 65,000 VND/kg for grade A products.
Fruit and vegetable exports are expected to reach US$8.59 billion in 2025.
According to data from the Vietnam Fruit and Vegetable Association (Vinafruit), the export value of fruits and vegetables in 2025 is expected to reach approximately US$8.59 billion, a growth of nearly 20% compared to 2024. Durian currently contributes nearly 50% of this total value, affirming its role as a key agricultural product of Vietnam in the international market.
The strong recovery of Vietnamese durian followed a period when businesses tightened control over residue levels of Yellow O and cadmium. Standardizing production not only helped overcome technical barriers but also increased Vietnam's competitiveness against Thailand in the Chinese market.
New challenges from quarantine requirements
However, experts are warning about new regulations from the General Administration of Customs of China (GACC). The list of five mandatory pest control measures, along with stringent requirements for cleaning, sorting, and traceability, is posing a major challenge for the supply chain.
Data-driven traceability is now a key factor in enhancing commercial value. Shipments with clearly marked growing areas and transparent care logs not only clear customs more easily but also receive more favorable prices from partners in the US, EU, and Japan.
