The fruit has been exported to more than 40 countries and territories with China, India, the US, Thailand and the Netherlands being the biggest importers.
However, in the first two months of 2023, its export saw a slump in some markets such as the Republic of Korea (RoK) and Japan with decreases of 25.9% and 35.4%, respectively year-on-year.
However, the export of the fruit is expected to bounce back as China - the biggest import er with 70% from Vietnam - has reopened its door.
Export turnover of the fruit is expected to top 1 billion USD in 2023./.
