Bac Ninh, Oct. 30 -- The northern city of Bac Ninh is racing to line up buyers, distributors and processors for more than 118,000 tonnes of oranges, pomelos, apples and guavas due in late 2026 and early 2027, aiming to widen markets and lift farmgate value.

The push was unveiled at the city's October 21 conference on domestic and international consumption of key and signature fruits, hosted by the provincial People's Committee.

Output rising, markets lagging

The four key fruits cover about 11,650 ha and are forecast to yield 118,525 tonnes in late 2026-early 2027, up 18.7% from 2025: pomelo about 47,000 tonnes, apple 35,090, orange 27,600 and guava 8,835, according to the municipal Department of Industry and Trade.

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