Coconut Areas

Mekong Delta

Vietnamese coconuts are known for their exceptional quality and productivity, surpassing those of other countries. The average productivity of Ben Tre reaches 1.9 tons copra/ha, which is higher than the average rate of APCC (0.9 tons copra/ha). Oil concentration in Ben Tre coconut is more than 65%. Moreover, the coconut water is sweeter and fresher (brix: 7-9% for dwarf coconut type), so it’s highly favored. This information is supported by assessments from both the Asian & Pacific Coconut Community (APCC) and the International Coconut Community (ICC).

The coconut tree is one of the popular plants across the country with nearly 200,000 ha of cultivation, creating a source of income for around 390,000 farming households.

Ben Tre

Ben Tre is located in the Mekong Delta area of southern Vietnam. It is adjacent to the East Sea, with a coastline of 60 km. It is known as the coconut kingdom in Vietnam and one of the major agricultural products in the Mekong Delta. Ben Tre City is 113km from Can Tho City and 85 kilometers south-west of Ho Chi Minh City and is connected to the surrounding provinces by the Rach Mieu Bridge. It is contiguous to three provinces: Tra Vinh on the West, Tien Giang on the North East, Vinh Long on the North West.

The province is famous for its extensive coconut plantations around 78,000 ha and the diverse range of coconut-based products it produces, accounting for 44% of total coconut production in the country. The alluvial soil and favorable climate of the Mekong Delta contribute to the high productivity of coconuts in this region.

The province is also famous for many other kinds of fruits and vegetables like mangosteen, pomelo, durian, taro…

Tra Vinh

Tra Vinh Vietnam is a province located in the Mekong Delta, situated between the Tien and Hau Rivers, and bordering the provinces of Ben Tre, Vinh Long, and Soc Trang, is the second largest coconut area in the Mekong Delta.

In addition to being nestled between two major rivers, Tra Vinh Vietnam boasts a 65-kilometer-long coastline that contributes to the fertility of this land, adorned with abundant orchards bearing delicious fruits like coconut, rice, rambutan.