Early-season lychees, mainly U Hong and U Trung varieties, accounted for about 29,900 tonnes of harvested output, while Thanh Ha hybrid lychees reached 238 tonnes. Harvesting of early-ripening varieties is nearing completion as growers prepare for the main lychee season.

The fleet of trucks departs to sell early ripening lychees.

Domestic sales totaled nearly 17,400 tonnes, representing about 57.7% of the harvested volume, while exports exceeded 12,700 tonnes.

China remained the largest export market, importing nearly 12,600 tonnes. Bac Ninh lychees were also shipped to several high-value markets, including Canada, the European Union, Japan, the United States, Australia and Thailand.

Agricultural authorities said that although adverse weather conditions reduced production this year, fruit quality has been strong, with attractive appearance, uniform colour and good flavour.

As a result, prices have remained high at an average of 60,000-70,000 VND (2.3 – 2.7 USD) per kilogram, well above levels seen in previous years.

Local farmers in Nam Duong commune harvest early ripening lychees.

Strong demand and smooth market distribution have helped lychee growers secure higher incomes during the harvest season.

Bac Ninh's total lychee production in 2026 is estimated at around 125,000 tonnes, including 50,000 tonnes of early-season fruit and 75,000 tonnes from the main harvest.

The harvesting period runs from May 25 through July, with authorities expecting another active marketing season for one of the province's signature agricultural products.

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According to the provincial Department of Industry and Trade, Bac Ninh has sold roughly 4,010 tonnes of early-ripening lychee so far, including more than 2,921 tonnes consumed domestically and nearly 1,089 tonnes exported.

 

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