Mekong Delta exports 88,600 tonnes of rice in Jan
(VOV) - Mekong Delta provinces have delivered 88,600 tonnes of rice to their overseas importers so far this year, earning US$41.4 million.
Unhusked rice prices remain stable, ranging from VND5,350/kg to VND5,700/kg, and five-percent broken rice prices hover around between VND7,250-7,400/kg.
This year, provinces in the region plan to ship abroad between 6.5-6.8 million tonnes of rice.
To meet the target, they will better make market forecasts, purchase farmer rice on time, and process and preserve rice to maintain its good quality.
They will work closely to prevent several businesses from gauging prices to corner the market, and develop more large commercial farms to supply high-grade products.
The localities will re-examine the ties between dealers, businesses and farmers to ensure farmers can enjoy a profit of 30 percent and beyond.
Last year, Mekong Delta localities exported more than 6.8 million tonnes of rice, earning US$3.1 billion.