(seafood.vasep.com.vn) The first 700 tons of Vietnamese tilapia ordered and imported by JBS Group will initially be distributed through supermarket chains, the Horeca network and JBS’s product showrooms in Brazil.

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) According to Rabobank, global tilapia production is forecast to exceed 7 million tons in 2025, driven by a strong recovery in major producing countries including China, Indonesia, Egypt, Bangladesh and Vietnam. Among them, Vietnam is emerging as a potential tilapia supplier in the global supply chain, capitalizing on market fluctuations to expand production and exports.

On November 14, 2025, in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP) organized a Conference for VASEP’s Tilapia Producers and Exporters. At the conference, VASEP, together with businesses operating in the tilapia sector, agreed to establish the Council of VASEP Tilapia Producers and Exporters (abbreviated as VASEP Tilapia Council)

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On the morning of October 17, 2025, in Hai Phong City, the Directorate of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Surveillance in collaboration with the Hai Phong Department of Agriculture and Environment hosted the 2025 Tilapia Production and Consumption Development Forum. The event gathered representatives from management agencies, experts, scientists and enterprises to discuss solutions for boosting production, enhancing value and expanding consumption markets for this “promising candidate” in Vietnam’s sustainable export strategy.

INFOFISH, in collaboration with international partners, will organize the 13th International Symposium on Tilapia in Aquaculture (ISTA13) together with the 5th World Tilapia Trade & Technical Conference and Exhibition (TILAPIA 2025), taking place from November 3–5, 2025, at the Swissotel Ratchada, Bangkok, Thailand.

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) According to Vietnam Customs data, in the first8 months of 2025, Vietnam's tilapia exports (including red tilapia) reached over $63 million, a 174% increase compared to the same period last year - the highest level in the past five years.

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) According to Vietnam Customs, Vietnam’s tilapia exports (including red tilapia) reached over USD 63 million in the first 8 months of 2025, up 174% from the same period last year. This figure exceeded Vietnam’s tilapia export value over the past five years, since 2020. The US remained the largest importer, accounting for 62% of Vietnam’s tilapia exports.

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Amid ongoing challenges in Vietnam’s shrimp sector due to disease outbreaks, high costs, and fierce international competition, several exporters in the Mekong Delta have boldly developed saltwater tilapia farming as a strategic move. Tilapia is not only easy to raise and low-risk but also helps improve pond environments and enhance shrimp farming efficiency.

(seafood.vasep.com.vm) In Vinh Long, tilapia farming is thriving thanks to its ease of cultivation, strong adaptability, and high market demand. Many farmers have adopted intensive pond farming models, combining proper feeding practices with strict water quality control. As a result, tilapia grows quickly, is less prone to disease, and delivers high yields.

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Binh Dinh province is focusing on developing a red tilapia farming chain in the Dinh Binh reservoir (Vinh Thanh district), aiming to meet food safety standards for export to Europe and other developed countries.

Currently, the price of commercial tilapia in Tra Vinh has doubled compared to last year, helping farmers earn a profit of about 10,000 VND per kilogram.

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) The integrated farming model of whiteleg shrimp and tilapia is gaining ground in Tra Vinh province, offering high profitability and greater sustainability for local aquaculture producers.

Tilapia is increasingly viewed as a promising aquaculture species in Tra Vinh province, particularly in the face of black tiger shrimp seed shortages and rising environmental risks in aquaculture. Under the Climate-Smart Agriculture Value Chain Development Project, several households have adopted integrated farming models combining tilapia and whiteleg shrimp, achieving both economic efficiency and improved pond environmental conditions.

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) One of the main drivers of growth in the tilapia industry today is the increasing demand for affordable protein sources, as consumers continue to prioritize healthier diets, positioning tilapia as a preferred choice.

The United States is the world’s largest importer of tilapia, while China remains the leading global exporter of this species. However, facing a tariff rate as high as 150%, Chinese tilapia is rapidly losing access to the U.S. market. This development presents a significant opportunity for other exporting countries, including Vietnam, to expand their market share in the U.S. in the coming period.