Heavy rainfall and landslides in Lam Dong province are threatening the supply of fruits and vegetables to Ho Chi Minh City, raising concerns of local shortages. Lam Dong provides around 60 to 70 percent of the southern metropolis’ fresh produce, including key vegetables, fruits, and herbs, making the disruption significant for both consumers and businesses.
Officials from Ho Chi Minh City’s Department of Industry and Trade are monitoring the situation closely and implementing contingency plans. At the city’s three major wholesale markets, daily deliveries typically range from 6,500 to 7,500 tons of agricultural products, with 3,500 to 3,900 tons being vegetables. On the evening of November 19, shipments dropped to 3,700 tons, a seven percent decline from previous days.
Landslides along major routes, including Prenn, Mimosa, and D’ran passes, have slowed transportation from Lam Dong, while only two alternate routes remain open. Authorities warn that clearing the blocked roads may take up to ten days, prolonging delivery delays.
To stabilize the market, Ho Chi Minh City is working with distributors, supermarkets, and wholesale systems to secure alternative sources from less-affected regions, maintain stable prices, and prevent shortages from impacting consumers. Businesses are also being supported with logistical solutions to navigate the disrupted supply chain.
For investors and companies relying on Ho Chi Minh City’s fresh produce network, the floods highlight the vulnerability of regional supply chains to extreme weather events and the importance of diversified sourcing.
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Source: Vietnam Insider