Hanoi, June 3 -- As Vietnam gears up for a bumper lychee harvest in 2025, estimated to reach 303,000 tonnes, up 30% from 2024, the agricultural sector, in coordination with localities, is proactively deploying measures to enhance fruit quality, expand markets, and boost exports.

According to the Department of Crop Production and Plant Protection under the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, Bac Giang remains the nation's lychee stronghold with an anticipated yield of 165,000 tonnes. It is followed by Hai Duong (60,000 tonnes), Hung Yen and Lang Son (22,000 tonnes each), and Dak Lak (about 21,000 tonnes). The harvest will be concentrated in two main periods -early-season lychees from May 20 to June 10 and the main harvest from June 1...