AFTER THE MERGER, WHICH PROVINCE IS VIETNAM’S “COCONUT CAPITAL”?

After the merger, Vĩnh Long province has become the locality with the largest coconut growing area in Vietnam, with nearly 120,000 hectares, accounting for more than 50% nationwide.

Coconut growing area exceeds 120,000 hectares, over 50% of the country

According to the Department of Agriculture and Environment, after the provincial merger of the former provinces of Bến Tre, Vĩnh Long, and Trà Vinh, the new Vĩnh Long province now has nearly 120,000 hectares of coconut growing area, equivalent to more than half of Vietnam’s total coconut area. This record figure makes Vĩnh Long the province with the largest coconut growing area in the country.

Coconut plantation in Vĩnh Long. Photo: Internet

Among this, about 26,000 hectares are cultivated organically, and the area continues to expand. The organic farming model helps increase product value and better meet the requirements of high-end export markets.

Improving product quality

Thanks to active investment in technology innovation and improved farming practices, the quality of coconuts and processed coconut products in the province has been enhanced. The combination of green development and value chains creates opportunities for Vĩnh Long’s coconut growing area to build a strong brand and meet high quality standards.

This not only raises prestige in international markets but also brings added value, ensuring stability from production to consumption.

Coconut growing area in Bến Tre. Photo: Internet

Expanding plantation codes and export markets

Currently, Vĩnh Long has 171 export plantation codes for coconuts, covering more than 11,500 hectares. This is an important foundation for coconuts and coconut products from the province to penetrate deeper into potential markets.

The main export market at present is China, along with orders to the United States, Europe, Japan, and other EU countries. Market diversification helps reduce risks and increases stable consumption capacity in international markets.

Coconut sector development strategy to 2050

The agriculture sector of Vĩnh Long province is implementing a comprehensive development plan for coconuts to 2030, with orientation toward 2050. The goal is to build a sustainable coconut industry linked with plantation coding, product orientation for export, and the establishment of concentrated production areas.

In addition, the province focuses on developing value chains, improving product quality, applying high technology, promoting circular production, and strengthening deep processing of coconut products.

Product diversification and strong branding

Diversification and deep processing allow Vĩnh Long’s coconut growing area to better meet domestic and international markets demand. The province’s products are aimed at high-quality market segments, in line with the trend of green and safe consumption.

Building a strong brand in key export markets is a crucial goal, thereby affirming Vĩnh Long’s leading position after the provincial merger.

After the merger, the new Vĩnh Long province will have about 120,000 hectares of coconuts, accounting for 60% of the country’s total area. Photo: Internet

Conclusion

With the largest coconut growing area in the country and a sustainable development strategy, Vĩnh Long is gradually affirming its central role in Vietnam’s coconut sector. From organic farming and high-tech applications to expanding export markets, Vĩnh Long is expected to continue leading in both quality and value of coconut products in the future.