As of the end of September 2019, Vietnam exported bivalve mollusk to 56 markets, more than that of in the same period in 2018 with 50 markets.
EU, US and Japan were the three largest markets, accounting for 90% of Vietnamese bivalve mollusk exports, of which the EU accounted for 66% (compared with 63% in the same period in 2018), and the US represented for 13% (compared with 11% in the same period in 2018) and Japan made up for 11% (compared with 9% of the same period in 2018).
In the third quarter, among the top 6 main importers, bivalve mollusk exports to the EU, the US, Japan, and South Korea grew by double digits, exports to ASEAN increased slightly, but exports to China fell by two digits.
In the first 9 months of 2019, bivalve mollusk exports to the EU increased by 8.6% to US$45.5 million. Spain, Portugal and Italy were the 3 main markets in the bloc in terms of bivalve mollusk imports from Vietnam. Exports to Spain and Italy increased by 22% and 11% respectively while exports to Portugal decreased by 2% compared to the same period in 2018. Exports of this product to the US and Japan remained the double-digit growth momentum of 18% and 32% respectively in the first 9 months of 2019.
After the EU, the US, Japan, exports to the next three major markets (ASEAN, South Korea, and China) all recorded double-digit declines.
The demand for bivalve mollusk in the world market is still high, more and more consumers prefer this product. The price of bivalve mollusk may remain high and is likely to continue to rise in markets.
Vietnam currently exports mainly frozen boiled white and brown clam products to EU and the US markets. Frozen boiled white and brown clams were exported to Portugal and Spain with prices from US$1.2 to US$1.9/kg, CFR. Frozen boiled white clams exported to the US cost US$0.8-1.2/pound. Frozen Arctic surf clam slice of all sizes are exported to Japan for about US $ 4.2/kg, CFR; live and frozen white clams exported to Korea cost about US$1.6 /kg, CFR.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On November 18, Ms. Truong Ha Phuong Anh, Director of the Center for Investment Promotion and Business Support (iPEC), stated that during the Ca Mau Province Agricultural and Aquatic Products Trade Promotion Conference 2024, held on November 15, there were 209 direct trade interactions between 42 seafood processing and exporting enterprises, OCOP producers in the province, and five leading domestic retail companies: Central Retail, Saigon Co.op, Kingfood Mart, Bach Hoa Xanh, and Satra Supermarket.
In 2024, the Binh Dinh Agricultural Extension Center successfully implemented a semi-intensive and intensive two-stage whiteleg shrimp farming model using Semi-Biofloc technology.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Recently, the area dedicated to super-intensive, high-density whiteleg shrimp farming in Trà Vinh Province has been rapidly expanding due to its high productivity and economic efficiency.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In collaboration with provincial authorities, specialized agencies, and local coastal governments, seafood processing and export enterprises in Binh Dinh Province are actively working to address issues related to illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing. The shared goal is to have the European Union's "yellow card" removed this year.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Ca Mau Province has affirmed its position as the "shrimp kingdom" of Vietnam, with the largest area for ecological shrimp farming in the country.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) According to data from Vietnam Customs, the export value of pangasius in October 2024 reached nearly $202 million, representing a 17% increase year-on-year. Cumulatively, pangasius exports to various markets in the first ten months of 2024 totaled $1.7 billion, marking a 9% growth compared to the same period last year.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On the afternoon of November 6th, Vietnam time, U.S. media announced the preliminary vote count showing that Donald Trump won the 2024 U.S. presidential election. His victory is expected to bring significant changes in taxes, trade, investment, and more. As a result, Vietnam's tuna exports will also be affected.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) The US remains Vietnam’s largest single market for shrimp imports, accounting for 20% of Vietnam's total shrimp exports globally. As of October 15th, 2024, Vietnamese shrimp exports to the US reached nearly 600 million dollas, marking a 10% increase compared to the same period in 2023.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) According to Vietnam Customs, pangasius exports to Canada reached over 1 million USD in the first half of October 2024, a 33% decrease compared to the same period last year. However, by October 15, 2024, total pangasius exports to Canada had reached 32 million USD, reflecting a 10% increase compared to the same period in 2023.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Cà Mau is accelerating its digital transformation, developing green industries, and promoting high-tech processing of agricultural and aquatic products, with a focus on sustainable economic growth and environmental protection.
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