The domestic durian market on November 23 recorded a significant price difference between the two main varieties. Accordingly, Thai durian remained at a high price, while Ri6 durian continued to slightly decrease in many localities.
Details of durian prices in growing areas
Durian prices vary widely depending on the variety and geographical location. Thai durian remains the best value-holder on the market.
For Thai durian
In the Mekong Delta region, Thai durian grade A is purchased at a price ranging from 110,000-115,000 VND/kg. Grade B is priced from 83,000-100,000 VND/kg and grade C is about 60,000 VND/kg.
In the Central Highlands provinces, the prices are somewhat lower. Specifically, in Dak Lak , Buon Ho and Phuoc An, the price of type A ranges from 98,000-105,000 VND/kg. In Lam Dong, the price of type A is only from 90,000-92,000 VND/kg, type B is from 70,000-72,000 VND/kg.
The Southeast region such as Dong Nai and Binh Phuoc maintains high prices for selected goods, commonly from 98,000-110,000 VND/kg for grade A.
For Ri6 durian
In contrast to Thai durian, Ri6 prices have been on a downward trend for many days. In the Mekong Delta, Ri6 type A is currently priced at 70,000-73,000 VND/kg, type B at 57,000-58,000 VND/kg.
In Lam Dong, the price of Ri6 grade A has dropped sharply, to only 46,000-50,000 VND/kg. Similarly, in Dong Nai and Binh Phuoc, the price of grade A has dropped to 54,000-60,000 VND/kg.
Prices of some other types of durian
The market also recorded stable prices for other durian varieties. Musang King durian grade A remained at VND110,000/kg, Chuong Bo grade A was around VND68,000/kg, and Sau Huu grade A was at VND73,000–75,000/kg.
Challenges from competition and export fraud
While the domestic market is volatile, Vietnam’s durian industry is facing increasing competitive pressure in the international market. Laos recently signed a protocol with China, preparing to export premium durian from 2026, creating more direct competitors with Vietnam and Thailand.
In addition, the domestic durian industry is also facing the problem of fraudulent codes of growing areas and packing facilities. The Department of Police Investigation of Crimes of Corruption, Economy and Smuggling (C03) has prosecuted 17 defendants related to the illegal trading of these codes. The case shows loopholes in quality management and requires tightening the monitoring process.
Transparency is needed for sustainable development.
According to Mr. Dang Phuc Nguyen, General Secretary of the Vietnam Fruit and Vegetable Association (Vinafruit), harshly handling fraudulent acts will help clean up the market and protect legitimate businesses.
Mr. Le Thanh Tung, former Deputy Director of the Department of Crop Production, also emphasized the need for a stricter monitoring mechanism to prevent the mixing of substandard goods. Experts said that only when the supply chain operates transparently can the Vietnamese durian industry maintain its growth momentum and aim for an export turnover of 3.5 billion USD by 2025.
Source: https://baolamdong.vn/gia-sau-rieng-2311-sau-thai-giu-gia-cao-115000-dongkg-404629.html
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