Vietnam exports a variety of high-quality rice, meeting diverse global market demands. Below are some key exported rice types along with their specifications:
1. ST25 Rice
Shape: Long grain, slightly translucent.
Characteristics: Light fragrance, sweet taste, chewy texture when cooked.
Export Markets: Popular in the U.S., EU, and China.
2. Jasmine 85 Rice
Shape: Long, glossy grain.
Characteristics: Natural aroma, soft texture, does not clump when cooked.
Export Markets: Widely exported to Southeast Asia and the Middle East.
3. Japonica Rice
Shape: Round, shiny white grain.
Characteristics: Sticky texture, mild fragrance, rich in nutrients.
Export Markets: Primarily exported to Japan and South Korea.
4. Hương Lài (Fragrant Jasmine) Rice
Shape: Long grain, minimal chalkiness.
Characteristics: Distinct fragrance, soft texture, slightly sweet taste.
Export Markets: Popular in the EU and the U.S.
5. Glutinous Rice
Shape: Round, opaque white grain.
Characteristics: Sticky texture, excellent for making cakes and sticky rice dishes.
Export Markets: Mainly exported to China, Laos, and Cambodia.
Vietnam is currently the third-largest rice exporter in the world, behind India and Thailand.
India leads the market, accounting for over 25% of the global rice exports.
Thailand ranks second, with an export volume of approximately 7.54 million tons.
Vietnam holds third place, exporting more than 7 million tons of rice annually.