Domestic pepper prices: Stop price reduction
As of 11:30 am today (March 21), domestic pepper prices remained unchanged, averaging 135,500 VND/kg. Currently, key areas are trading in the range of 135,000 - 136,000 VND/kg.
Domestic pepper prices have stagnated after a series of days of price reductions, specifically as follows:
Gia Lai and Dong Nai provinces both listed at the mark of 135,000 VND/kg.
Dak Lak and Lam Dong recorded the highest price of 136,000 VND/kg.
Meanwhile, Ho Chi Minh City stands at the milestone of 135. 500 VND/kg.
After 3 consecutive days of adjustment downwards, domestic pepper lost 25,000 VND/kg compared to the usual price range of 159,000-160,000 VND/kg.
World pepper prices: Unchanged
In the world market, pepper prices remained unchanged compared to the previous closing session. The Indonesian exchange - one of the most vibrant markets is no exception. Black and white peppers traded in the range of 6, 994 - 9, 260 USD/ton (equivalent to 184, 215 VND/kg - 243, 900 VND/kg).
The Brazilian market is listed at the mark of 6,050 USD/ton (about 159,351 VND/kg). Notably, black and white peppers maintained an increase of 100 USD/ton for many days, trading at 12,100 USD/ton and 9,100 USD/ton.
In Vietnam's pepper export market, black pepper prices of 500 g/l and 550 g/l are anchored at 6,300 - 6,400 USD/ton. Meanwhile, ASTA white pepper price remains unchanged, offered for sale at 9,050 USD/ton (equivalent to 238,368 VND/kg).
Assessments and forecasts
According to experts, the domestic pepper market is suffering a double impact from many factors. First, businesses are cautiously purchasing due to concerns about market risks. Second, transportation and fuel costs are increasing in the context of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East that are putting pressure on the entire supply chain.
However, the bright spot of the pepper industry still comes from export activities. According to data from the Customs Department, in the first 15 days of March 2026, Vietnam's pepper exports reached 12,613 tons, with a turnover of 81 million USD, an increase of 46.7% in volume and 35.4% in value respectively compared to the same period last year. In general, from the beginning of the year to March 15, this item reached 48,192 tons, equivalent to 312.23 million USD, recording a strong increase of 34.6% in output and 28% in turnover compared to the same period in 2025.
