The Vietnam Vegetable Association said that from the beginning of the year until now, the strong market demand has helped increase the export turnover of vegetables.Accordingly, accumulated in 7 months of 2024, the export turnover of fruits and vegetables reached over 3.8 billion USD, up 23.4% compared to the same period last year, the Great Doan Newspaper reported.
While China is the largest export market of Vietnam, South Korea ranked second with a total value of 164 million USD, up 57.9% over the same period.
Notably, at the end of July, after 3 months of gathering widely opinions of stakeholders, the Korea Plant Quarantine Department (APQA) has officially published on the website of official import regulationsFresh grapefruit from Vietnam to Korea.
Thus, grapefruit is the third fresh fruit of Vietnam to be officially exported to the Korean market, after dragon fruit and mango.
According to the Plant Protection Department, the fact that Vietnam's grapefruit is allowed to be imported into Korea is an important step, opening up great opportunities for Vietnamese agricultural products to access the international market, and confirming the quality and quality and quality.The reputation of Vietnam agricultural products in the world market.
Grapefruit is the third fresh fruit of Vietnam to be officially exported to the Korean market, after dragon fruit and mango.(Artwork)
It can be seen that tropical fruits from Vietnam are the 'specialties' that are popular with Korean people.Last May, during a trip to Nha Trang, Korean actor Park Hae Jin and his association caused a fever when mango peeled together, organized a fruit party.
Park Hae Jin (left) delight to eat mango on a trip to Vietnam.(Photo: Instagram character)
A friend in the actor's group also revealed that the whole group enjoyed durian and bought 25 kg of mango to enjoy this trip.
Park Hae Jin's ability to eat mangoes and friends makes the audience laugh, and are not proud of the fruit that is both delicious and cheap in Vietnam.
The group eats 25 kg of mango for 2 days in Nha Trang.(Photo: Instagram character)
Not only delicious and eye -catching, mango also has many health benefits.
Benefits of mango
According to Cleveland Clinic Medical Center (USA), mango is a fruit rich in vitamins and minerals.Mango is high in vitamins A, C and E, folate and fiber.
Mango is high in vitamins A, C and E, folate and fiber.(Artwork)
Mango has the following potential benefits:
- Enhance immunity: High vitamin C content helps boost the immune system.
- Improve digestive health: Fiber in mango supports digestion and prevent constipation.
- Support cardiovascular health: Mango contains compounds that help lower cholesterol levels.
- Promote healthy skin: Vitamins and antioxidants in mango contribute to the health of the skin.
- Can reduce the risk of cancer: Some studies show that polyphenols in mango may reduce the risk of some cancers.
Benefits of dragon fruit
In addition to mangoes, Vietnamese dragon fruit is also a favorite fruit.This fruit is rich in fiber, low in calories.
Dragon fruit is rich in fiber and probiotics.(Artwork)
The main benefits include:
- Rich in fiber: Each cup of dragon fruit provides 5.6 grams of fiber, supporting gastrointestinal and cardiovascular health, while supporting weight control.
- Improve intestinal health: Prebiotic substance in dragon fruit promotes the growth of beneficial intestinal bacteria, supports digestion and reduces the risk of colon cancer.
- Rich in antioxidants: This fruit contains many antioxidants such as vitamin C, carotenoid and lycopene, helping to neutralize free radicals, improve cardiovascular health and even reduce the risk of cancer.
Benefits of grapefruit
As written above, grapefruit is Vietnam's third fresh fruit exported officially into the Korean market.
Grapefruit is a fruit with impressive nutritional ingredients.(Artwork)
Grapefruit is a fruit with impressive nutritional ingredients.The outstanding features include:
- A great source of vitamin C and vitamin A.
- Contains high fiber content, can enhance cardiovascular health.
- There is antioxidant properties, potential anti -cancer.
- Low glycemic index, that is, does not suddenly increase blood sugar.
In addition, grapefruit has a very delicious flavor that does not contain many calories.
In short, all three fruits have the potential to bring many health benefits.They can be eaten fresh, processed into smoothies, juices or sauces to bring fresh flavor to the dish.Adding these fruits to a balanced, diverse diet may be an easy way to enhance health and prevent disease.