The estimated total aquaculture harvest output in July 2025 (including cage and raft farming) is approximately 95.8 thousand tons, up 6.09% (+5.5 thousand tons) compared to the same period last year. This included nearly 71.5 thousand tons of fish, an increase of 4.63% (+3.2 thousand tons); approxiamtely 12.9 thousand tons of shrimp, up 16.37% (+1.8 thousand tons) and 11.4 thousand tons of other aquatic products, up 4.81% (+5,240 tons) year on year.
According to the An Giang Statistics Office, total aquaculture production for the first 7 months of 2025 reached approximately 666.5 thousand tons, rise 7.10% (an increase of nearly 44.2 thousand tons) compared to the same period last year. Specifically, harvested fish production was about 505 thousand tons, up 6.02% (an increase of 28.7 thousand tons); harvested shrimp reached 82.5 thousand tons, up 8.37% (an increase of 6.4 thousand tons and other aquatic species production reached 79 thousand tons, up 13.08% (an increase of 9.1 thousand tons) year-on-year.
In the month, the price of commercial pangasius remained stable at a high level, benefiting farmers (currently ranging from 30,000 to 32,000 VND/kg, up 3,000 VND/kg year-on-year). Additionally, prices of other fish species increased by 5–10% compared to the same period, leading to an expansion in aquaculture scale and harvest.
However, in the first months of 2025, aquatic disease outbreaks remained complicated, particularly in brackish-water shrimp farming. Specifically, total damaged shrimp farming area reached 1,130.49 hectares, mainly due to environmental factors, in addition to pathogens such as white spot syndrome, acute hepatopancreatic necrosis disease (AHPND) and Enterocytozoon hepatopenaei (EHP). To proactively respond, technical agencies conducted active disease surveillance on 218 shrimp samples, detecting 29 samples positive for dangerous diseases. Moreover, water environment monitoring was maintained with 11 rounds over 6 months, enabling farmers to adjust farming practices in time. In addition, chemicals for environmental treatment were distributed, training courses and communication programs were organized, while farmers were encouraged to adopt biosecure farming practices, reduced stocking densities and improved seed quality.
Restructuring of Fisheries Exploitation
Regarding exploitation, the province is restructuring the industry by gradually reducing the number of nearshore fishing vessels, banning trawling, electric pulse fishing, explosives and shifting to purse seining, offshore handline fishing and trap fishing in order to promote more eco-friendly exploitation of marine resources. At the same time, strict measures against illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing are being strictly enforced with many vessel owners complying with regulations and addressing violations in foreign fishing grounds.
In July, Typhoon No.3 and Typhoon No.4 impacted marine fishing activities. As a result, the estimated marine fisheries production in July 2025 was approximately 35.1 thousand tons, down 2.69% year-on-year. For the first 7 months of 2025, the total marine fisheries production reached nearly 248.5 thousand tons, up 1.11% (an increase of 2.7 thousand tons) compared to the same period last year. Of this, captured fish production was over 175.7 thousand tons (70.72% of total marine fisheries production), an increase of 523 tons compared to the same period last year.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In January 2026, Vietnam’s shrimp exports reached USD 379.6 million, up 22% compared to the same period in 2025. The double-digit growth in the very first month of the year signals a relatively positive recovery in orders, particularly in Asian markets.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) From the very beginning of 2026, India’s shrimp industry has received a series of favorable trade signals: U.S. reciprocal tariffs have been reduced, while the successful conclusion of a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the EU has opened prospects for eliminating nearly all seafood tariffs in the coming years. This shift not only enables Indian shrimp to quickly offset declines in the U.S. market, but also reshapes the global competitive landscape, placing greater pressure on Vietnamese shrimp exporters in terms of price, market share, and strategic positioning.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Entering 2026, Vietnam’s pangasius industry is recording many positive signals, both in terms of raw fish prices and export prospects. Export turnover this year is projected to reach approximately USD 2.3 billion. Amid ongoing volatility in the global market, diversifying export destinations, reducing dependence on major markets, and effectively leveraging free trade agreements (FTAs) are considered key to maintaining sustainable growth and creating new momentum for the pangasius sector.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) With forecasts indicating that weather conditions in 2026 may become more complex—featuring prolonged heatwaves, unseasonal rains, and increased salinity intrusion—the agricultural sector of Can Tho City advises brackish water shrimp farmers to strictly follow the seasonal farming calendar and strengthen pond environmental management to minimize risks and improve production efficiency.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On February 4, a working delegation led by the Authority of Telecommunications (Ministry of Science and Technology) met with the Management Board of Cat Lo Fishing Port (Phuoc Thang Ward, Ho Chi Minh City) to comprehensively review the installation of Vessel Monitoring Systems (VMS), assess signal connectivity, and evaluate the effectiveness of information technology applications in fisheries management across the city.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) The year 2025 marked a significant milestone for China’s lobster market, with total imports reaching a record high and the supply structure undergoing major changes. Amid this surge, Vietnam’s lobster exports—especially green lobster—accelerated dramatically, reaching new highs and contributing substantially to Vietnam’s overall record shrimp export value.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) With a range of synchronized solutions, from institutional improvements and strengthened communication to strict fleet control, Quang Ninh is stepping up efforts to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, determined to join the country in soon having the European Commission’s (EC) “yellow card” lifted.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) The year 2025 closed with a remarkable milestone for Vietnam’s shrimp industry. According to Vietnam Customs, the country’s total shrimp export turnover in 2025 reached USD 4.6 billion, up 19% compared to 2024 and the highest level ever recorded.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) During the 2026–2030 period, Quang Tri province aims to convert 771 fishing vessels currently engaged in activities detrimental to marine resources and the ecological environment to more environmentally friendly fishing practices or shift entirely to other economic sectors.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) 2025 recorded a breakthrough growth in Vietnam’s tilapia exports, in which the U.S market emerging as the primary growth driver. The total export turnover of Vietnamese tilapia to the United States reached $53.15 million during the year, surging 173% year-on-year and accounting for 54% of Vietnam’s total tilapia export value, thereby making the U.S the largest import market for this commodity. Compared to 2024, tilapia exports to the U.S posted robust growth, reflecting the import demand as well as the ability of Vietnamese enterprises to capitalize on market opportunities amidst volatile global competitive dynamics.
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