The impact from the yellow card warning of the EU market made Vietnam export of cephalopod to this market drop by nearly 22%. The supply of raw materials for export processing was still low, high prices was still the problems of cephalopod processors in 2018. The growth rate of cephalopod export of Vietnam to the key markets in 2018 compared to previous year was not as high as that of the previous year, Export in 2018, howerver, was still considered a smooth year of operation for Vietnamese exporters of cephalopod with export value increasing to Korea, Japan and ASEAN by 24%, 4% and 15% respectively relative to 2017.
In the 12 months of 2018, the total value of exported cephalopod of Vietnam only decreased in July and August, the remaining months had positive growth. Export of cephalopod in Vietnam tended to grow strongly in the last quarter of the year.
In the total structure of exported cephalopod of Vietnam, squid still dominated with 51.5%, the remaining octopus accounted for 48.5%. Vietnam still mainly exported live/ fresh/frozen cephalopod products (accounting for 67% of the proportion), and processed products were still not much (33%).
In the total mix of exported dried/grilled cephalopod (code HS 03), the strongest growth was 38%; live/fresh/ frozen squid (code HS03) saw the strongest drop of 18% compared to 2017. Octopus export products in 2018 maintained positive growth compared to 2017 in which processed octopus export value (HS16 code) increased the best by 26%.
Republic of Korea was still the largest importer of cephalopod in Vietnam, accounting for 40% of Vietnam's total cephalopod export to markets. This was the market with the highest growth rate in the top 7 largest cephalopod import markets of Vietnam. In 2018, cephalopod exported to this market increased by 23.7% to US$269.8 million. Consistent demand for consumption plus tariff advantages from the free trade agreement between Vietnam and Korea (VKFTA) have helped maintain a stable export growth of Vietnamese cephalopod to this market. .
The EU was the 3rd largest importer of cephalopod in Vietnam. In 2017, Vietnam exported cephalopod to the EU market achieving a growth rate of over 50% and accounting for 12.4% of total production. In 2018, export to this market decreased by 21.7% to over US$83 million due to the impact of IUU yellow card . Export to 3 key import markets in the region (Italy, Spain, France) all fell by 30%, 8.3% and 1.2% respectively compared to 2017.
In 2019, it is expected that the export value of cephalopod of Vietnam will be equivalent to 2018. The export seafood industry, including cephalopod, is making efforts to concentrate on doing well with the C/C documents contributing quickly to remove yellow cards to generate goodwill for importers to order more.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Recently, in Long Xuyen City, An Giang Province, the Institute of Policy and Strategy for Agriculture and Rural Development (IPSARD) and the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) organized a workshop to announce the results of the project “Food Loss Assessment in the Pangasius Value Chain in the Mekong River Region.” The project aims to provide scientific evidence to support the sustainable development of Vietnam’s pangasius industry.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Shrimp prices in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta have recovered since early May, helping to improve farmers’ confidence and accelerate stocking activities for the 2026 farming season. However, farmers remain cautious due to rising input costs, unfavorable weather conditions, and disease risks.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On May 27, the Vietnam Trade Office in India, in collaboration with trade promotion agencies, industry associations, and businesses from both countries, organized the online seminar “Vietnam–India Seafood Trade Forum and Supply-Demand Connectivity 2026.” The event aimed to promote trade cooperation, investment, and seafood supply chain connectivity between Vietnam and India amid the ongoing restructuring of global markets.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In recent years, Ninh Binh Province has intensified the application of science and technology in aquaculture in order to improve productivity, product quality, and economic efficiency.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In the first four months of 2026, Vietnam’s tilapia exports reached USD 49 million, up 151% compared to the same period in 2025. This figure reflects an emerging export sector that is taking advantage of market gaps created by global trade disruptions, while larger producers are adjusting their strategies.
On the afternoon of May 28, the People’s Committee of Ho Thi Ky Commune signed a memorandum of understanding with Minh Phu Certified Shrimp Social Co., Ltd. (a member of Minh Phu Seafood Corporation) on cooperation to develop a black tiger shrimp farming area meeting international certification standards during the 2026–2030 period in the commune.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) The “Moringa Noodles Salad” product by Sa Giang Import-Export Corporation was honored as one of the “Top 10 Winning Products” at the THAIFEX – Anuga taste Innovation Show 2026, held as part of THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026 in Bangkok.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) After a fairly strong upward trend in 2025, Vietnam’s clam exports entered 2026 with a mixed picture: strong growth at the beginning of the year, followed by a slowdown from March onward. According to Vietnam Customs data, Vietnam’s clam export turnover in the first four months of 2026 reached more than USD 38 million, up 2% compared to the same period in 2025.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s pangasius industry is facing new opportunities to expand its development space as many localities and businesses begin promoting marine farming models aimed at diversifying farming areas and adapting to climate change. However, for pangasius to truly “go offshore” and develop into a large-scale industry segment, significant challenges related to technology, broodstock, and markets still need to be addressed.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s tilapia exports in April 2026 reached USD 11 million, up 92% compared to the same period in 2025. This strong growth indicates that Vietnamese tilapia products are continuing to penetrate and expand rapidly in international markets. Cumulative export turnover in the first four months of 2026 reached USD 49 million, up 151% year-on-year.
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