| Vietnamese name | Ba Ria – Vung Tau |
|---|---|
| Area | 1,982 km² |
| Population | about 1.2 million |
| Climate | Tropical monsoon climate. Annual average temperature 27°C. |
| Main port / logistics hub | Cai Mep–Thi Vai deep-water port (Vietnam's largest deep-water port) |
Overview
Ba Ria–Vung Tau Province is known for its petroleum industry and the Cai Mep–Thi Vai deep-water port. In terms of agriculture, it is important as a producing area for pepper and cacao, and the pepper of the Chau Duc district is known for its high quality.
The Cai Mep–Thi Vai port is Vietnam's largest deep-water port, where large container ships can dock directly, serving as a gateway for agricultural exports.
Features of agriculture
Pepper cultivation in the Chau Duc district (about 8,000 ha) is the center of agriculture. The pepper grown in volcanic red soil is rich in flavor and is traded as a premium product. Cacao cultivation is also thriving, making it a southern cacao producing area alongside Dong Nai Province.
Main agricultural products
Pepper (from Chau Duc, about 8,000 ha), cacao, cashew nuts, seafood, salt
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