Subtropical fruit

Overview: The grapes of Ninh Thuan province are the produce of Vietnam's only commercial grape-growing region and are known as a Vietnamese specialty. Annual production is about 30,000 tonnes, and both table grapes (for fresh eating) and wine grapes are produced. Grape cultivation in a tropical region is rare worldwide...

Overview: Longan is a tropical fruit that has long been grown in Vietnam, with an annual output of about 600,000 tonnes. It looks similar to lychee but is distinguished by a longer harvest period and good keeping quality. In addition to being eaten fresh, dried longan (longan flesh) is also in demand as an ingredient in herbal medicine and Chinese cuisine...

Overview: Vietnam's lychee is a specialty of the northern region, with an annual output of about 300,000 tonnes. The 'Vai thieu' variety, characterized by a sweet and rich aroma, is the mainstay, and Vietnam boasts the world's second-largest output after China. Because the harvest period is short, both fresh shipping and processed products...