What is the pork price in Vietnam on March 19, 2026?

On March 19, 2026, pork prices across Vietnam range from 63,000 to 67,000 VND per kilogram depending on the region. The Northern region records prices from 63,000 to 65,000 VND per kg, the Central region from 64,000 to 66,000 VND per kg, while the Southern region has the highest prices ranging from 65,000 to 67,000 VND per kg. These prices represent an increase of 1,000 to 2,000 VND per kg compared to the previous day, reflecting a consistent upward trend over multiple consecutive days driven by supply-demand imbalance.

What is driving the surge in Vietnam pork prices?

Several major factors are driving the strong increase in pork prices in Vietnam recently. First, live pig supply has tightened as many farms reduced their herd sizes after a prolonged period of low prices in 2025, and restocking has not yet recovered sufficiently. Second, consumer demand for pork has risen following the Lunar New Year and into the spring festival season. Third, rising feed costs and production expenses make it difficult for farmers to expand operations. Additionally, some localities have reported localized disease outbreaks that have reduced local supply, contributing to upward price pressure.

Is 67,000 VND/kg a record high for pork prices in Vietnam?

The 67,000 VND per kg level represents the highest pork price in 2026 to date and is approaching an important psychological threshold. However, this is not an all-time record, as pork prices previously reached above 90,000 VND per kg during the severe African Swine Fever outbreak in 2019 to 2020 when supply dropped sharply. The current price level reflects positive recovery in the pig farming sector after a period of low prices, but consumers are facing significant food inflation pressure as the cost of a staple protein source rises substantially.

How does the pork price increase affect Vietnamese consumers?

Pork is the primary protein source in Vietnamese daily meals, accounting for approximately 60 to 70 percent of total meat consumption. Therefore, a significant increase in pig prices directly impacts household living costs, particularly for low and middle-income families. When live pig prices rise, retail prices at markets and supermarkets also increase accordingly, typically adding 30 to 50 percent on top of the live pig price. Consumers must adjust their spending, turning to cheaper protein alternatives such as fish, eggs, or other more affordable meats. This effect also contributes to the national Consumer Price Index and overall food inflation statistics.

Will pork prices continue to rise or will they fall back?

According to livestock industry experts, pork prices may continue rising in the short term as supply has not recovered quickly enough to meet demand. Restocking pigs takes 6 to 12 months before they are ready for market, making it difficult for supply to increase rapidly in the coming months. However, if prices remain elevated, this will incentivize farmers to expand production, and prices may begin to stabilize or decline slightly in the third or fourth quarter of 2026. The government may also consider market stabilization measures such as supporting pork imports or promoting large-scale intensive farming if prices rise too high and affect social welfare.

North

63,000-65,000VND/kg

Central

64,000-66,000VND/kg

South

65,000-67,000VND/kg

Day Change

+1,000-2,000VND/kg

Near High

67,000VND/kg

UPDATEPork prices rise for consecutive days — approaching 67,000 VND/kg mark on March 19, 2026

Commodities / BusinessMarch 19, 2026

Vietnam Pork Prices Surge Toward 67,000 VND/kg Mark

Published: March 19, 2026

Pork prices in Vietnam rose for consecutive days across all regions on March 19, with prices reaching 63,000-67,000 VND/kg as demand outpaces supply nationwide.

Vietnam pork price chart March 2026 — 67,000 VND per kg

Source: Doanh Nghiệp — Vietnam pork price chart 67,000 VND/kg

Price Range

63k-67k

VND/kg nationwide

Day Gain

+1-2k

VND/kg

South High

67,000

VND/kg

Consecutive Days

days rising

Supply vs Demand

Short Supply

upward pressure

Regional Pork Prices (March 19, 2026)

Northern Region

63,000 - 65,000

VND/kg

+1,000 vs yesterday

Hanoi, Hung Yen, Thai Binh...

Central Region

64,000 - 66,000

VND/kg

+1,000-2,000 vs yesterday

Da Nang, Nghe An, Binh Dinh...

Southern Region

65,000 - 67,000

VND/kg

+2,000 vs yesterday

HCMC, Dong Nai, Binh Duong...

7-Day Price Trend

7-Day Price Movement

Live Pork Price (VND/kg)

Current Price

67,000

66,500+

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

Pork Price

Rising Zone

Market Events — March 19

On March 19, 2026, pork prices across the country continued their strong upward movement, recording increases of 1,000 to 2,000 VND per kg compared to the previous session. The Southern region saw the sharpest increases, with provinces including Ho Chi Minh City, Dong Nai, and Binh Duong recording prices exceeding 66,000 to 67,000 VND per kg, approaching a key psychological threshold.

The Northern region, while rising more slowly, also recorded prices from 63,000 to 65,000 VND per kg, up 1,000 VND compared to the prior day. The Central region ranged from 64,000 to 66,000 VND per kg. This marks the fourth consecutive day of increases tracked by commodity market observers, clearly reflecting a supply-demand imbalance in the national pig farming industry.

Vietnam commodity market March 2026 — Source: VietNamNet — Vietnam commodity market

Why This Matters

Pork is the primary protein in Vietnamese diets, accounting for over 60 percent of total meat consumption. Price movements in live pigs therefore directly impact the cost of living for millions of households, especially those with low and middle incomes. Retail market prices may reach 90,000 to 120,000 VND per kg, creating upward pressure on the Consumer Price Index.

The primary cause has been identified as a supply-demand imbalance: the volume of pigs reaching market weight is insufficient to meet market demand after a slow restocking period and localized disease impacts in 2024 to 2025. Meanwhile, consumer demand has risen noticeably following the Lunar New Year and into the spring festival season.

From the perspective of pig farmers, the current price level brings a positive signal after an extended period of losses. With margins sufficient to cover costs and generate profit, many farms are now considering expansion, though restocking takes 6 to 12 months before new supply reaches the market.

Key Factors Driving Prices

PRIMARY

Tight Supply

Pig population not yet recovered after 2024-2025 low-price period, farms reduced herds

HIGH

Rising Demand

Festive season, post-Tet consumption demand rising seasonally

MEDIUM

Higher Production Costs

Feed costs and labor costs rising, limiting farm expansion

MONITOR

Localized Disease Outbreaks

Some localities reporting outbreaks, reducing local supply

Vietnam economic indicators Q1 2026 — Source: VietNamNet — Vietnam economic indicators

Outlook and What to Watch

Short Term (Q2/2026)

Prices may continue rising to 68,000-70,000 VND/kg if supply is not quickly replenished.

Medium Term (Q3-Q4/2026)

Farmers restocking will bring more supply; prices likely to stabilize around 60,000-65,000 VND/kg.

Key Risk to Watch

African Swine Fever or new disease outbreaks could disrupt supply and push prices unexpectedly higher.

▸ At 65,000 VND/kg for live pigs, a family dinner of four using 0.5 kg of pork now costs roughly 50,000-60,000 VND -- up 8,000-10,000 VND from last month.

References

Doanh Nghiệp Hội Nhập — Pork price today, March 19, 2026
Nông Nghiệp Môi Trường — Live pig price, March 19, 2026
VietNamNet — Commodities and pork prices today, March 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

The most common questions about Vietnam pork prices and the live pig market.

By Thu Doan · Policy & Markets Correspondent

Published: March 19, 2026 · Updated: March 25, 2026

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