Bulk Rice Export Vietnam – Market Insights & Export Dynamics 2025

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam – In 2025, “bulk rice export Vietnam” remains a priority for importers seeking stable supply at competitive prices. Vietnam continues to consolidate its position as a top 3 global rice exporter, with jasmine and long-grain white rice dominating bulk shipments to Asia, the Middle East, and Africa.

📊 Export Volume & Revenue Trends

  • 🚢 7.9 million tonnes projected exports in 2024–2025, surpassing Thailand’s 7.2 million tonnes.
  • 💰 4.9 million tonnes (USD 2.54 billion) exported in H1/2025 (+7.6% volume, -12.2% value YoY).
  • 📈 By July 2025: 5.5 million tonnes (USD 2.81 billion) (+3.1% volume, -15.9% value YoY).

👉 Vietnam firmly secures its role as the second-largest exporter globally.

💲 Price Pressure & Buyer Impact

  • 📉 Average export price: ~USD 516/tonne in early 2025 (↓18.7% YoY).
  • 🇵🇭 Philippines – Vietnam’s biggest buyer – suspended imports for 60 days (Sep 2025), triggering oversupply pressure.
  • 🌏 Global floor price: India’s record harvest continues to cap global rice prices.

🌍 Competitive Landscape

  • 🇮🇳 India: Forecast exports 25 million tonnes in 2025, dominating parboiled & Basmati.
  • 🇹🇭 Thailand: Premium jasmine rice remains competitive but costlier than Vietnam.
  • 🇻🇳 Vietnam: Captures mid-tier & premium bulk segments with jasmine and long-grain white rice, backed by consistent quality.

🛒 Key Import Markets

  • 🇵🇭 Philippines: Still accounts for ~45% of Vietnam’s rice exports.
  • 🌍 Africa: Strong growth to Côte d’Ivoire (+88.6%), Ghana (+61.4%), Bangladesh (+293×).
  • 🇨🇳 China: Re-emerging buyer, increasing demand for both fragrant and white rice.

📦 What Bulk Buyers Should Know

  • High-volume capacity – stable monthly shipments.
  • FOB advantage – competitive pricing, flexible contract terms.
  • Quality standards – AFI/ISO, Halal-certified for GCC markets.
  • OEM/private label – 25kg/50kg PP bags, vacuum bulk, retail packs on request.
  • Emerging trend – shift from low-margin bulk to branded fragrant/organic exports.

👉 Product details: Vietnam Rice

🔮 Outlook 2025–2026

📈 Stable export volumes (7.5–8.0 million tonnes annually).

🎯 Premium fragrant jasmine rice positioned as Vietnam’s competitive edge.

🌱 Growing demand for organic/sustainable rice in GCC & EU.

⚠️ Risk factors: weather volatility (El Niño/La Niña) and policy-driven crop diversification.

📞 Contact for Bulk Rice Export Inquiries

📧 Email: thanh@svcfoods.vn

📱 WhatsApp: +84 909 432 477