According to Mr. Ho Quoc Luc, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Sao Ta Food JSC, the company's processing plants are currently working hard to meet orders and prepare for the first export shipments of the Lunar New Year immediately after returning to work after the long holiday.
In January 2024, the company's processed shrimp production increased more than doubled compared to the same period last year, reaching 1,250 tons. At the same time, processed shrimp consumption reached 1,614 tons, equal to 145% of the same period last year.
The output of processed agricultural products was 189 tons, equal to 116% of the same period last year. Total revenue was 19.2 million USD, equal to 126% of the same period last year.
According to the company's leader, this year, shrimp farm workers and the company's leaders have experienced their first Lunar New Year at the shrimp farm, as this is the first year the company has implemented the off-season shrimp crop, stocking from late November 2023 to prepare raw materials for processing for export in 2024.
In the South, since the 10th lunar day, many businesses have resumed operations and started production. Immediately after returning to operation after the Tet holiday, many businesses have exported goods.
In which, Global Trading Connection Company Ltd. exported 2 containers of about 18 tons of processed coffee, such as mango coffee, salt coffee, noni coffee... to Australia. Previously, this company shipped 1 container of processed coffee to Australia to be sold at Australian supermarkets on the 4th day of Tet.
However, according to the assessment of businesses, although there have been positive signs in exports, they are facing new difficulties. In particular, Vietnam's seafood exports have shown signs of recovery and are likely to increase again in 2024, especially in the second half of the year. In which, the export of two main seafood products, shrimp and pangasius, basa will recover after a sharp decline in 2023.
According to Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Processors (VASEP), in 2024, Vietnam's shrimp exports will increase by 10-15% compared to 2023; pangasius exports are expected to reach 2 billion USD.
However, the tensions in the Red Sea are causing a lot of difficulties in the transportation of goods in general and seafood in particular, as freight rates are increasing. The high selling price will greatly affect the decision to buy goods. Currently, businesses are considering exports to nearby markets to reduce transportation costs.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Currently, Da Nang City has no fishing vessels detained, sanctioned by foreign authorities, or criminally prosecuted for IUU fishing violations. Patrols, monitoring of marine fishing activities, and handling of violations have been prioritized by competent forces, significantly reducing nearshore fishing infringements.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) According to statistics from Vietnam Customs, Vietnam’s tuna exports to Israel in the first nine months of 2025 reached just over USD 27 million, down as much as 49% compared to the same period in 2024. This is a steep and prolonged decline for many consecutive months, reflecting changes in import demand as well as shifts in the supply structure of this market.
(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) In October 2025, Vietnam’s pangasius exports hit $217 million, representing an 8% increase compared to the same month in 2024. For the first 10 months of the year, total export value has surpassed $1.8 billion, up 9% year-on-year. This growth demonstrates clear positive momentum for the pangasius industry, despite continued declines in certain markets.
In recent days, the Central provinces of Vietnam have been suffering from historic flooding, with prolonged heavy rains, landslides, flash floods, and deep inundation causing extremely serious impacts on tens of thousands of households, as well as many VASEP member exporters located in the region. With the spirit of mutual support and solidarity, and in order to promptly assist residents and member exporters in the affected areas to stabilize their lives and restore production activities, VASEP calls on all seafood exporters, organizations, and individuals to extend supports to the people and member exporters in the flood-hit areas. We urge timely and practical material and spiritual contributions to help member exporters and local communities in the severely affected provinces overcome this difficult period.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In the final days of October 2025, Vietnam’s domestic raw shrimp market remained generally stable, though slight adjustments were recorded in several sizes across key farming regions.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s shrimp exports reached USD 498 million in October 2025, up 26% from the same period last year. This is one of the highest monthly revenues since the beginning of the year, reflecting solid demand in major markets and faster shipment schedules by exporters. From January to October, shrimp export value reached USD 3.9 billion, up 22% compared to the same period in 2024.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On October 31, 2025, the US Court of International Trade (CIT) officially issued an order to suspend the case filed by the National Fisheries Institute (NFI), the National Restaurant Association (NRA), and several US seafood companies against the US Government concerning the implementation of the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA).
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) An Giang’s fisheries sector has maintained stable growth momentum during the first nine months of 2025, making an important contribution to the province’s socio-economic development. Despite facing numerous challenges, the province is implementing various measures to enhance production efficiency, expand markets, and promote sustainable fisheries development toward deeper integration into the global economy.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s pangasius export value in September 2025 reached USD 181 million, up 5% compared to the same period in 2024. The overall trend for the pangasius industry remains positive, with total exports in the first nine months of 2025 reaching nearly USD 1.6 billion, an increase of 9% year-on-year.
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