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Introduction – China’s Coffee Bean Market in Statistical Focus Coffee in China? Absolutely — and it’s booming. While China may not be the first name that comes to mind when you think of coffee, it’s fast becoming a heavyweight in the global market. In the 2023/24 crop year, China produced around 1.8 million 60-kg bags …

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Introduction – Brazil’s Durian Market: A Quantitative Overview When you think of durian, Brazil probably isn’t the first country that comes to mind—and for good reason. Brazil, despite its vast tropical regions, isn’t currently a significant player in the global durian trade. Southeast Asia, particularly Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Indonesia, dominate this pungent, polarizing fruit’s …

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Introduction – Vietnam’s Cashew Nut Market: A Quantitative Overview If you’re in the snack food or plant-based product business, cashew nuts are likely a staple on your procurement list. And when it comes to sourcing high-quality cashew nuts, Vietnam remains the undisputed king of the global market. In 2024, Vietnam exported around 730,000 tons of …

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Introduction – Vietnam’s Cashew Nut Market: A Quantitative Overview Let’s talk numbers. When it comes to cashew nuts, Vietnam isn’t just a player—it’s the MVP of the global game. With an annual export value hovering around $5.08 billion USD in 2025, Vietnam stands tall as the world’s largest exporter of processed cashew nuts. While it …

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Introduction – Vietnam’s Coffee Bean Market by the Numbers Let’s start with the basics: Vietnam is a coffee giant. It’s the world’s second-largest coffee producer, just behind Brazil, holding a whopping 17.7% share of global production in 2023. And here’s something interesting—Vietnam’s coffee industry is largely focused on Robusta beans, which make up about 97% …

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Pepper Sector in Vietnam Vietnam’s pepper industry is once again making global headlines—and for good reason. As of early 2025, the country is navigating a complex mix of skyrocketing export values, volatile production levels, and shifting global demand. With pepper export prices reaching historic highs and global supply …

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Introduction – Thailand’s Edible Oils Market in Statistical Focus Thailand has steadily carved out its place in the global edible oils industry. While it may not rival giants like Malaysia or Indonesia in palm oil output, it remains a top-tier player, ranking 12th globally in edible oil production. In 2023, the country produced a solid …

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Introduction – Delving into Vietnam’s Reputation for Quality Coconut When it comes to coconuts, Vietnam isn’t just another player on the global stage—it’s a powerhouse. Nestled in Southeast Asia, Vietnam offers an almost perfect mix of tropical climate, fertile soil, and generations of farming know-how that make its coconut production stand out. Especially in the …

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Introduction – The Shifting Ground of Vietnam’s Durian Industry The durian market in Vietnam is currently undergoing one of its most volatile phases in recent memory. If you’re in the business of sourcing or trading durian, this is not just another blip on the radar—you need to pay attention. A combination of stricter import regulations …

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