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Popular Vietnamese Rice Varieties in the International Market
 
In 2025, Vietnamese rice continues to shine brightly on the global export map as specialty and high-quality fragrant rice varieties gain increasing popularity among international consumers. Among these, ST25 rice—which has been awarded the title of “world’s best rice”—stands out as a source of pride for Vietnam’s agricultural sector. ST25 rice is renowned for its long, slender grains, translucent white color, pandan-like fragrance, moderate softness, and exceptional sweetness when cooked. Thanks to its superior quality, ST25 is now widely available in markets such as Japan, the United States, the European Union, and Australia, commanding prices twice as high as common rice varieties and significantly enhancing Vietnam’s export value.

Alongside ST25, other varieties such as ST24, Jasmine, and Japonica contribute to diversifying Vietnam’s export portfolio. Jasmine rice is loved for its subtle fragrance and slightly sticky texture, making it well-suited to Asian consumers’ palates. Japonica rice, characterized by its round, uniform grains, is commonly used for sushi and other Japanese dishes and is increasingly popular in Japan, South Korea, and Singapore. Additionally, Vietnam’s sticky rice varieties—including northern sticky rice, Hoa Vang sticky rice, and white sticky rice from the Mekong Delta—continue to hold a unique appeal due to their high stickiness, making them ideal for traditional dishes like xôi (sticky rice) and bánh chưng (square sticky rice cake) favored in China and South Korea.

The success of Vietnamese rice extends beyond grain quality. Significant investments in packaging, transparent traceability systems, comprehensive international certification, and well-planned branding strategies have facilitated the entry of new rice products into demanding markets. These efforts help maintain stable prices and elevate the status of “Vietnamese rice” on dining tables around the world, firmly establishing its place in the global rice market.

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