Increasing volumes out of the Bac Ninh production region have industry eyeing export markets
Vietnam’s pomelo industry is working to reach new heights, improving production practices and expanding exports into new and existing markets.
According to a report from Vietnam News Agency, Bac Ninh, a key pomelo production region, is expected to produce an estimated 47,000 tonnes this year, up from 2025.
The region contains around 5,200ha of pomelo orchards, which account for nearly 45 per cent of the total fruit tree area. A key to the developmet of the category in the region has been standardised growing practices, which have helped about 3,660ha meet VietGAP production standards, while 10ha meet organic standards.
The economic efficiency of pomelo cultivation is becoming increasingly evident. Annual pomelo revenue across the city reaches approximately 1.8 trillion VND, according to the report, with numerous orchards earning from several hundred million to billions of dong per season.
Large-scale orchard owners also combine fruit sales with agritourism, offering farm tours and experiences to secure additional revenue streams.
The industry is also firmly focused on export growth, particularly after gaining access to China earlier in 2026.
Vu Tri Dong, deputy head of the sub-department of crop production and plant protection under the Department of Agriculture and Environment, said pomelo production must be standardised to meet market requirements, particularly for export.
The department has applied for new production unit codes for 19 farming zones covering 50.9ha across Luc Ngan, Chu, Phuong Son, and Van Son to supply to the Chinese market. Furthermore, authorities continue to guide growers in refining conditions to maintain existing codes and gain entry into other foreign markets, including the Republic of Korea, the US, and New Zealand.
