Vietnam’s agri sector urged to overhaul logistics to improve export options
Experts recommend that Vietnam establish a specialised logistics and transportation system for its a…Experts recommend that Vietnam establish a specialised logistics and transportation system for its agricultural sector. This will aid in preserving the quality of produce destined for international markets while facilitating the comprehensive development of domestic agriculture, encompassing production, processing, and consumption.
Nguyễn Thanh Bình, the chair of the Vietnam Fruit Association (VINAFRUIT), noted that the fruit and vegetable sector is grappling with numerous challenges related to exporting, particularly to distant markets with rigorous standards. Presently, the infrastructure designed to facilitate this commodity is lacking, contributing to substantial post-harvest losses, estimated to be around 30-35 per cent. This scenario results in significant economic repercussions, Bình pointed out.
Vietnamese exporters of fruits and vegetables find it particularly challenging to transport various types of produce to discerning markets like the United States and Europe. Despite their popularity in these regions, the inability to ensure efficient logistics has deterred businesses from exporting certain types of fruit, Bình concluded.