Bac Lieu has established the Bac Lieu High-tech Agricultural Zone for shrimp development, with an area of nearly 420 hectares, a total investment of more than 3,200 billion VND with the support of the Government and the ministries and central branches. This area has built stage 1 infrastructure (preparing to welcome the first nine enterprises into operation) so far and is taking the next steps to soon put into operation.
By 2020, the shrimp production of Bac Lieu is estimated at more than 200,000 MT, the highest ever, accounting for nearly 19% of the country's shrimp production, contributing to the seafood export turnover of over $ 800 million.
Bac Lieu is alluring many corporations, companies with 100% foreign capital, and domestic enterprises to join the shrimp production chain from seed production, technical materials for the shrimp industry to processing for exports. And the birth of cooperative groups and high-tech shrimp farming cooperatives stretching 56km along the coast confirms that the province has chosen an appropriate development direction on alluvial land.
In particular, the cooperatives specializing in super-intensive shrimp farming using high technology in the coastal area of Bac Lieu have formed continuously. These cooperatives are not only a gathering place for farmers to share experience in production, improving the efficiency of the collective economy and each household member. It also creates jobs, stable lives for thousands of local workers in the coastal alluvial area.
The seafood exporters in the province still maintain traditional export markets to continue to export such as Japan, the EU, the United States, South Korea, Taiwan, the Middle East, etc. in addition to continuing to expand the new markets in Asian countries. Thanks to that, the province's export turnover in 2020 increase by 11% over the same period. The export products are focused on seafood. Besides, the EVFTA Agreement took effect in early August 2020, which helps businesses take advantage of opportunities to expand export markets to the European market in the time to come.
Currently, the province is completing all procedures to export whole shrimp to Australia. To attain this goal, the province has directed the construction of disease-free hatcheries, biosecurity shrimp farming areas, etc. The pioneer in this field is Vietnam - Australia Group.
The Provincial People's Committee assigns the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development to implement the Agricultural Sector Restructuring Scheme in 2021. The scheme will focus on developing the value chain of the shrimp industry, applying science - technology, especially high technology, to boost productivity, quality, reduce cost reduction, and cope with climate change. DARD also needs to build organic aquaculture zones with key products, building and implementing shrimp production chains, and meeting disease safety standards to export whole shrimp to Australia and other countries.
(seafoo.vasep.com.vn) Ca Mau Province is stepping up efforts to protect aquatic resources and promote transparent and sustainable fisheries, joining the country’s efforts to have the European Commission (EC) remove its “yellow card” warning for illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing.
(vasep.com.vn) Vietnam has strengthened its position in China’s massive seafood market, becoming the largest lobster supplier while maintaining a dominant share of the country’s imported pangasius.
(vasep.com.vn) Vietfish 2026 was more than just a larger exhibition space. Through B2B meetings, booth discussions, production-chain visits and post-show feedback, businesses and buyers found something more concrete: suitable suppliers, processing capabilities, technology solutions, new markets and a foundation for building long-term trust and partnerships.
(vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s tilapia exports to the United States declined significantly in the first seven months of 2026. Cumulative export value reached US$18 million, down 42% from the same period in 2025. In July alone, exports amounted to just US$2 million, plunging 70%, indicating a clear slowdown in import demand from the US market.
(vasep.com.vn) At the seminar “Global Seafood Markets and the Future Workforce: Trends, Opportunities and Directions for the Sustainable Development of Vietnam’s Fisheries Sector,” held as part of VIETFISH 2026, Ms. Shirlene Maria Anthonysamy, Fisheries Officer (Markets) and GLOBEFISH Coordinator at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), presented initiatives aimed at promoting youth participation in fisheries and aquaculture.
(vasep.com.vn) In the first seven months of 2026, Vietnam’s pangasius exports to the United States reached US$189 million, down 8% year-on-year. In July alone, export value reached US$22 million, down 28%. This trend indicates that U.S. demand for pangasius imports has remained relatively cautious this year, as importers tend to maintain moderate inventory levels and limit stockpiling.
(vasep.com.vn) After three days at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City, the Vietnam International Fisheries Exhibition – VIETFISH 2026 – has successfully concluded, leaving a strong impression in terms of scale, visitor numbers, the quality of business connections, and innovative activities. With more than 14,000 m² of exhibition space, 335 companies, 568 booths, participation from representatives of 17 countries and territories, and nearly 15,000 visitors, VIETFISH 2026 has once again affirmed its role as an important meeting point for Vietnam’s and the global seafood industry.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Held as part of Vietfish 2026 from August 19–21 at SECC in Ho Chi Minh City, a series of five specialized seminars provided the seafood business community with updates on markets, technology, standards, human resources and cooperation opportunities. With the participation of experts, international organizations, government agencies and businesses from Vietnam and abroad, the seminars created an additional platform for professional exchange alongside the exhibition’s product showcases and business networking activities.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On the morning of August 19, 2026, the Vietnam International Seafood Exhibition – VIETFISH 2026 officially opened at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City. With 568 booths representing 335 companies, alongside the presence of senior government officials, local authorities, diplomatic missions and international partners, VIETFISH 2026 kicks off three days of business networking, technology exchange and market engagement under the overarching theme “Innovation and Sustainability.”
The Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP) officially announces that the Vietnam International Seafood Exhibition (Vietfish 2026) will take place from August 19–21, 2026, at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), Ho Chi Minh City.
VASEP - HIỆP HỘI CHẾ BIẾN VÀ XUẤT KHẨU THỦY SẢN VIỆT NAM
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