Retail Foods in Vietnam

Vietnam's food retail sector is dominated by small traditional traders, but modern retail channels are expanding in response to growing consumer demand.  Overall economic growth, including a sizable young population, rapid urbanization and concerns about hygiene and food safety are driving changes in consumption patterns.

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Title Retail Foods in Vietnam
Description Vietnam's food retail sector is dominated by small traditional traders, but modern retail channels are expanding in response to growing consumer demand.  Overall economic growth, including a sizable young population, rapid urbanization and concerns about hygiene and food safety are driving changes in consumption patterns.
Agroecology Category
  • Economy and income
  • Nutrition and diets
  • Sustainable food system
  • Collaboration
  • Equity
Agroecology Keyword
  • Income
  • Food safety
  • Food processing
  • Social media
  • Equity
Contributing organisations USDA/FAS
Author Gerald Smith and Kiet Vo
Year 2017
Type of document Report
Language English
Spatial Information
Country Vietnam
Administrative Level 1
Administrative Level 2
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