Tiếng ViệtHigh-Tech Agriculture in Vietnam – Connecting the Value Chain from Farm to Market
Vietnam is one of the world’s leading exporters of agricultural products, with key exports including rice, coffee, pepper, cashews, fruit and vegetables, and seafood. Yet the sector still has plenty of room to add value through investment in technology, deep processing and logistics. Onward works with companies and investors to develop high-tech agriculture in Vietnam, from sourcing to bringing products to international markets.
Agriculture investment opportunities in Vietnam
The government strongly encourages the shift from small-scale farming to large-scale, technology-driven and traceable production. Companies making high-tech agriculture investment in Vietnam may qualify for tax incentives, land rent incentives and credit support under current regulations. Free trade agreements such as the EVFTA, CPTPP and RCEP also lower tariffs for Vietnamese produce entering major markets.
Sectors attracting investment include:
- Fruit and vegetables grown with greenhouse technology, net houses and hydroponics.
- Deep processing: freeze-drying, individual quick freezing (IQF), juices and nutritional powders.
- Cold chain and post-harvest storage.
- Seeds, organic fertilizers and high-quality farm inputs.
Onward’s agriculture services
1. Connecting agricultural supply chains with growers and processors
Onward helps domestic and foreign companies find the right partners across the agricultural supply chain in Vietnam: cooperatives, VietGAP- and GlobalGAP-certified growing areas, processing plants and distributors. We assess supplier capability, arrange site visits and support offtake contract negotiations.
2. Advice on applying technology in farming
From drip irrigation and IoT moisture sensors to smart greenhouses and traceability software, Onward advises on technology that fits the farm’s scale, crops and budget. The goal is higher yields, lower input costs and compliance with the strict standards of import markets.
3. Export and import procedures for agricultural products and raw materials
Vietnam agricultural exports and agricultural raw material imports both involve many sector-specific procedures. Onward supports:
- Applying for phytosanitary certificates, food safety inspections, growing-area codes and packing-house codes.
- Obtaining certificates of origin (C/O) to claim FTA tariff preferences.
- Customs declarations, HS code classification and accurate duty calculation.
- Arranging cold storage, reefer containers and transport that protect product quality.
Logistics – the link that decides the value of farm produce
Post-harvest loss is one of the main drains on farm profits. Fresh produce, seafood and processed food must be kept at a stable temperature throughout the journey. Through the NASA Group ecosystem, Onward provides dry, cold and bonded warehouses plus domestic transport, so goods reach the port or the customer on time and in good condition.
How we work
- Understand your needs: product, volume, standards and target market.
- Survey and propose suitable partners, technology or sourcing regions.
- Support negotiation, contract signing and legal documentation.
- Handle phytosanitary, customs and logistics procedures.
- Monitor, report and optimize the supply chain after every shipment.
Why choose Onward?
- Expertise in both agriculture and logistics, so you deal with fewer contacts.
- A network of growers, processors and sector regulators.
- Cold storage, bonded warehousing and transport from the NASA Group ecosystem.
- Up-to-date knowledge of import rules in the EU, US, China and Japan.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What documents are needed to export fresh fruit? Usually a contract, commercial invoice, packing list, phytosanitary certificate, C/O, and growing-area and packing-house codes where the market requires them.
Can foreign companies invest in agriculture in Vietnam? Yes. Many farming, processing and distribution activities are open to foreign investors; some areas have specific conditions on land and seeds.
Does Onward offer cold storage for farm produce? Yes. Onward connects cold storage, dry storage and refrigerated transport within the NASA Group ecosystem.
Contact us
Looking for a stable supply of farm produce, investing in a high-tech farm or taking your products global? Contact Onward for detailed advice on your product.
