Vietnam Rice Market Update: Mekong Delta Rice Prices Remain Stable Ahead of Lunar New Year

Vietnam Rice Prices Today (January 28): Mekong Delta Market Remains Stable Ahead of Tet

Introduction

As the Lunar New Year approaches, the rice market in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta continues to show stability. According to local authorities and market observations on January 28, rice prices across key producing provinces remain largely unchanged, with high-quality varieties maintaining strong price levels despite slower trading activity.

This stability reflects both controlled supply conditions and a cautious purchasing approach from traders during the pre-Tet period.

Paddy Rice Prices in the Mekong Delta

Fresh paddy rice prices remained steady across major rice-growing provinces such as An Giang, Dong Thap, and Can Tho. While price levels stayed high, on-field trading activity showed signs of slowing as farmers and traders prepare for the Lunar New Year holiday.

High-quality rice varieties continued to dominate the market, particularly OM 18, which reached peak purchase prices of up to 6,500 VND/kg.

Paddy Rice Purchase Prices (VND/kg)

In provinces such as Ca Mau, Vinh Long, and Tay Ninh, winter-spring rice supply remains limited. Most buyers are purchasing conservatively, mainly to fulfill year-end contractual obligations, resulting in a relatively quiet market atmosphere.

Raw Rice Prices for Export

The raw rice market mirrored the stability seen in paddy prices. Export-oriented rice varieties recorded minimal fluctuations; this price consistency suggests balanced supply-demand dynamics as exporters manage inventories ahead of the holiday break.

Vietnam Rice Export Prices

According to the Vietnam Food Association (VFA), Vietnamese rice export prices remain at a balanced and competitive level in the global market:

Vietnam Rice Export Prices (Late January 2026) - Source: Vietnam Newspapers

These levels indicate steady international demand, even as domestic trading temporarily slows.

Domestic Retail Rice Prices

At the retail level, rice prices remained unchanged nationwide. Premium varieties such as Nang Nhen rice continued to trade at high levels, reaching 28,000 VND/kg. Popular fragrant and white rice varieties, including Jasmine, Huong Lai, and standard white rice, recorded no price adjustments.

Overall, retail price stability reflects effective supply management amid year-end consumption fluctuations.

Conclusion

As of January 28, the Vietnamese rice market remains stable across both domestic and export segments. While trading activity has slowed ahead of the Lunar New Year, strong prices for high-quality rice varieties underline solid market fundamentals. Post-Tet developments will be closely monitored as trading activity resumes and supply conditions evolve.

Source: Vietnam Newspaper