Summary of ginger varieties in Vietnam for export

Vietnam is one of the countries with abundant ginger production in Southeast Asia. Thanks to the tropical climate and fertile land, ginger varieties ginger is grown in many regions, not only diverse in shape and flavor but also has high export value. Viot Minh Trang helps you understand the importance of ginger in Vietnamese agriculture, classifying popular ginger varieties.

Overview of ginger and its importance in Vietnamese agriculture

Ginger: is one of the spices and medicinal plants with high economic value, commonly grown in most provinces and cities of Vietnam. Not only is it a familiar spice in cuisine, ginger is also widely used in traditional medicine, food processing industry, beverage, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.

• Large output: Vietnam is currently among the top countries with significant ginger growing areas in the region, with an annual output of tens of thousands of tons.
  
• High economic value: Ginger cultivation and processing provide livelihoods for tens of thousands of farming households, while also contributing to increased income through export activities.
  
• Great export potential: The demand for importing fresh ginger, dried ginger and processed ginger products (ginger powder, ginger starch) from markets such as Japan, Korea, EU and the US is increasing.
  

Thanks to these factors, research and development ginger varieties suitable for each commercial purpose and market is the inevitable direction.

Overview of ginger and its importance in Vietnamese agriculture

Popular ginger varieties for export

In Vietnam, some ginger varieties are highly appreciated for their quality and export potential, including:

• Buffalo ginger: Large tuber, low in fiber, mildly aromatic, moderately spicy. Suitable for food and tea processing; high yield, easy to grow.
  
• Ginger: Small tuber, thin skin, spicy, strong aroma. Popular in Japan and Korea for use as high-class medicine and spice.
  
• Red ginger: Also known as old ginger, dark red skin, very spicy and rich in essential oils; great for essential oil production, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.
  
• White ginger: Bright root, soft flesh, mildly spicy; often used in domestic processing or exported to markets that prefer mild flavors.
  
• Mountain ginger (wild ginger): Wild type grows in mountainous areas, strong aroma, strong spiciness. Although low yield, this ginger has high value in organic products and high-class medicinal herbs.

Popular ginger varieties for export

Vietnam ginger export situation over the years

According to FAOSTAT statistics, in 2020 Vietnam exported 5,197 tons of ginger, return12.53 million USD, however reduced to4,619 tons ($9.97 million)in 2021 and3,107 tons ($8.67 million)in 2022.

Moving into 2023, according to Vietnam Pepper and Spices Association (VPSA), total export volume of ginger, turmeric and other spices reached 34,976 tons, worth49.3 million USD, an increase of more than222%compared to the same period last year. In particular,China entered 10,271 tons, an increase of 437%.

To be continued Ministry of Industry and Trade Newsletter October 2024, in the first 9 months of 2024, Vietnam exported 21,841 tons of spices(including ginger, turmeric…), reaching nearly 45 million USD, down 28.3% in output but up 9.9% in value, showing a sharp increase in average export prices.

Vietnam ginger export situation over the years

Viot Minh Trang – Prestigious supplier of quality export ginger

In the field of ginger supply and processing, Viot Minh Trang has affirmed its reputation thanks to product quality and sustainable raw material sourcing system.

• Linked growing area of more than 3,000 hectares: Stretching from Nghe An, Thanh Hoa, Hoa Binh, Son La to Dak Lak, Viot Minh Trang proactively suppliesginger varietiesdiverse and stable.
  
• Clean farming process:No toxic chemicals, prioritize organic fertilizers, aim for sustainable agricultural models and organic standards.
  
• Modern processing plant:Meets ISO 22000, HACCP, GMP, Halal standards, ensuring ginger is processed and packaged in a closed manner, preserving its quality and flavor.
  
• Global Exports:Viot Minh Trang’s ginger is present in many demanding markets such as Japan, Korea, EU, Middle East and North America.

Viot Minh Trang – Prestigious supplier of quality export ginger

Thanks to the above factors, Viot Minh Trang not only supplies fresh ginger but also processes ginger products such as ginger powder, dried ginger, ginger starch, serving OEM/ODM needs for domestic and foreign partners.

Types of ginger in Vietnam have diverse characteristics, suitable for many industries from food, pharmaceuticals to cosmetics. Thanks to favorable natural conditions, Vietnamese ginger has great potential to develop into a key export product. With a large growing area system, international standard production process,Viot Minh Trangis a reliable partner for businesses, factories and brands that need a stable and high quality source of ginger.