Durian prices today, May 4, 2026: Ri6 durian from the Mekong Delta plummets, farmers suffer heavy losses.
Today, May 4th, 2026, durian prices remain stable in key purchasing areas. High-quality Ri6 durian ranges from 52,000 to 60,000 VND/kg, while selected Thai durian is priced from 72,000 to 90,000 VND/kg.
Durian prices today, May 4, 2026, remained unchanged across all three regions.
Today, May 4th, 2026, durian prices in the three key purchasing regions of the Southwest, Southeast, and Central Highlands remained stable compared to May 3rd, with no significant changes recorded for both Ri6 and Thai durian varieties. While listed prices at major wholesalers remained unchanged, actual purchase prices at farms in the Mekong Delta continued to plummet, pushing many Ri6 growers into losses.
Thai durian continues to maintain a significantly higher price position compared to Ri6 durian in all three regions, with a difference ranging from 17,000 to 35,000 VND/kg in the premium segment. The price gap between the two varieties reflects differing export demands and the current competitive advantage of the Thai variety.
Durian prices in the Southwest region of Vietnam today, May 4, 2026
In the Southwest region of Vietnam, the price of Ri6 durian (Grade 1) on May 4, 2026, traded in the range of 55,000 – 60,000 VND/kg, while mixed-grade durian ranged from 25,000 – 28,000 VND/kg. Compared to May 3, the price of premium Ri6 durian decreased by about 5,000 VND/kg at the upper end, while other grades remained unchanged.
Thai durian prices in the Southwest region of Vietnam remain high, with premium quality durians priced at 85,000 – 90,000 VND/kg and lower-quality durians at 45,000 – 50,000 VND/kg. This region has the highest Thai durian prices nationwide today.
Durian prices in the Southeast region of Vietnam today, May 4, 2026
In the Southeast region, the price of Ri6 durian remains stable, with premium quality durian staying around 55,000 – 60,000 VND/kg, and lower quality durian around 25,000 – 30,000 VND/kg. This price level has not changed compared to recent trading sessions.
Premium quality Thai durian in the Southeast region is purchased at around 75,000 – 85,000 VND/kg, while lower quality durian ranges from 40,000 – 50,000 VND/kg. The price of premium Thai durian in the Southeast region is about 5,000 – 10,000 VND/kg lower than in the Southwest region.
Durian prices in the Central Highlands today, May 4, 2026
The Central Highlands region had the lowest durian prices nationwide on May 4, 2026. Standard Ri6 durian was priced at 52,000 – 54,000 VND/kg, while lower-quality durian ranged from 25,000 – 30,000 VND/kg. Selected Thai durian maintained a price of 72,000 – 74,000 VND/kg, with lower-quality durian around 32,000 – 35,000 VND/kg.
Compared to the other two regions, the price of selected Thai durian in the Central Highlands is 16,000 VND/kg lower than in the Southwest region. This large difference reflects the local supply and demand characteristics and the distance to major export centers.
Durian price list today, May 4, 2026
The table below summarizes today's durian prices (May 4, 2026) compared to May 3, 2026, in VND/kg:
| Area | Type of durian | Prices as of May 4, 2026 | Prices as of May 3, 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Vietnam | Ri6 is a beautiful choice. | 55,000 – 60,000 | 60,000 – 65,000 | ▼5K |
| Ri6 bucket | 25,000 – 28,000 | 25,000 – 28,000 | — | |
| Beautiful Thai durian selection | 85,000 – 90,000 | 85,000 – 90,000 | — | |
| Thai durian sold in bulk. | 45,000 – 50,000 | 45,000 – 50,000 | — | |
| Southeastern Vietnam | Ri6 is a beautiful choice. | 55,000 – 60,000 | 55,000 – 60,000 | — |
| Ri6 bucket | 25,000 – 30,000 | 25,000 – 30,000 | — | |
| Beautiful Thai durian selection | 75,000 – 85,000 | 75,000 – 85,000 | — | |
| Thai durian sold in bulk. | 40,000 – 50,000 | 40,000 – 50,000 | — | |
| Central Highlands | Ri6 is a beautiful choice. | 52,000 – 54,000 | 52,000 – 54,000 | — |
| Ri6 bucket | 25,000 – 30,000 | 25,000 – 30,000 | — | |
| Beautiful Thai durian selection | 72,000 – 74,000 | 72,000 – 74,000 | — | |
| Thai durian sold in bulk. | 32,000 – 35,000 | 32,000 – 35,000 | — |
Ri6 durian prices in the Mekong Delta plummet, causing heavy losses for farmers.
According to the Agriculture and Environment newspaper, durian prices in the Mekong Delta region are currently plummeting, especially for the Ri6 variety, causing many farmers to suffer losses due to selling prices being lower than production costs. Competitive pressure from Thai durian and difficulties in exporting to China are the two main reasons.
According to observations at purchasing centers in the region in early May 2026, Ri6 durian of grade A was priced at 42,000 – 45,000 VND/kg, and grade B at around 30,000 VND/kg, a decrease of about 60% compared to more than a month earlier. Thai durian varieties also decreased by 50-60% but still maintained significantly high prices, with grade A at 100,000 VND/kg and grade B at around 80,000 VND/kg.
According to the Dong Thap Provincial Durian Association, the wholesale price for Ri6 durian at the farm gate is currently only 25,000-30,000 VND/kg, while Thai durian ranges from 50,000-60,000 VND/kg. With an average production cost of around 35,000 VND/kg, Ri6 farmers are losing 5,000-8,000 VND/kg, while Thai durian growers are still making a profit of 15,000-25,000 VND/kg.
Why has the price of durian dropped sharply?
One of the reasons for the sharp drop in durian prices is the regulation on controlling banned substances (yellow O) from the Chinese market. Many testing laboratories qualified to issue export codes have temporarily suspended operations, disrupting customs clearance and causing a surge in domestic inventory.
At the same time, Thailand – a direct competitor – is entering its peak harvest season with large production, abundant supply, and consistent quality. Thailand's supply advantage puts Vietnamese durian at a clear disadvantage in its main export market, China.
High domestic inventory levels are putting significant pressure on farmgate prices, especially for the Ri6 variety, which relies heavily on official export channels. Short-term supply chain disruptions are causing traders to drive down prices, resulting in growers having to sell below cost.
Durian export target for 2026
Vietnam's durian industry aims to achieve export revenue of $4-4.5 billion in 2026, after recording nearly $3.9 billion in 2025. This target reflects expectations of continued market expansion in China and diversification of consumer markets.
With current fluctuations in quality control and competition from Thailand, the target of $4-4.5 billion in export revenue faces many challenges. A comprehensive solution, ranging from controlling yellow O residue and restoring laboratory operations to expanding into new markets such as India, the EU, and the Middle East, is considered necessary to maintain growth momentum.
Thai durian is currently priced 30,000 to 60,000 VND/kg higher than Vietnamese Ri6 durian in the premium segment, depending on the purchasing area. This price difference reflects more consistent quality, a more preferred variety by China, and the brand advantage of Thai durian in the international market.
Vietnamese durian farmers growing Thai durian maintain a profit margin of 15,000 – 25,000 VND/kg, while Ri6 durian farmers in the Mekong Delta are losing 5,000 – 8,000 VND/kg. This profit difference may cause many farmers to consider switching varieties in subsequent seasons.