Vietnam coffee exports hit record US$6.42B in eight months
Strong global prices and sustainability efforts drive Vietnam’s coffee export surge, boosting reputation and competitiveness in key markets.
VIETNAM – Vietnam’s coffee industry achieved a new milestone in the first eight months of the year, exporting 1.2 million tons worth US$6.42 billion, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment.
This marked an 8.7% rise in volume and a 59.1% increase in value compared to the same period last year.
Trinh Duc Minh, Chairman of the Buon Ma Thuot Coffee Association, attributed the growth to favorable global prices and the industry’s emphasis on quality, specialty coffee, and sustainability certifications. These strategies, he said, have strengthened Vietnam’s global coffee reputation and reduced exposure to price fluctuations.
The average export price reached US$5,580 per ton, up 46.4% year-on-year. Germany, Italy, and Spain remained leading buyers, accounting for 14.5%, 7.5%, and 7.4% of exports respectively.
Germany’s import value doubled, Italy’s rose 51.5%, and Spain’s increased 60.8%. Mexico recorded a dramatic 91-fold surge, while exports to China grew 11.7%.
Vietnam cultivates about 732,000 hectares of coffee, averaging 2.9 tons per hectare. Advanced farming models achieve yields of up to 5 tons per hectare.
Le Duc Huy, Chairman of Simexco Daklak, noted that contracts signed during last year’s high-price period contributed significantly to this year’s record results. Over the past decade, Vietnam has enhanced Robusta quality through improved production processes, making it more attractive to international roasters at premium prices.
In addition to rising volumes, the country has expanded into deep processing and specialty coffee, targeting premium markets in the EU, US, Japan, South Korea, and China. Success has been supported by technology investments, supply chain transparency, and effective use of free trade agreements such as EVFTA, UKVFTA, and CPTPP.
Despite the achievements, the sector faces challenges from stricter environmental regulations, including the EU Deforestation Regulation.
Experts believe this presents an opportunity for Vietnam to shift toward sustainable, green development, aligning with circular economy principles and building climate resilience.
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