According to the Quang Tri Sub-Department of Fisheries and Fisheries Surveillance, during the first quarter of 2026, weather conditions at sea were relatively stable, with moderate waves and light winds, creating favorable conditions for fishing operations. As a result, total aquatic production from capture and aquaculture reached 30,709 tons, up 2.4% year-on-year. Of this, capture fisheries accounted for 25,177 tons, recording a similar growth rate.
Field observations in coastal localities show that fishing activities have been vibrant since the beginning of the year. Many vessels have continuously headed offshore, operating both day and night with high efficiency.
Mr. Hoang Ngoc An, a fisherman in Cua Viet commune, shared: “Since the beginning of the year, favorable weather has helped fishing trips go smoothly. In particular, catches have been abundant, bringing in significant income. On average, each trip my boat can catch 2–3 tons of fish, sometimes reaching 5–7 tons.” This is considered a positive signal, encouraging fishermen to stay at sea and look forward to a productive fishing season.
Meanwhile, Nguyen Trung, a fisherman in Dong Hoi ward, noted that this year’s weather has been relatively favorable, with plentiful fish stocks, enabling vessels to operate continuously at sea. His most recent trip landed more than 7 tons of various species, generating nearly VND 300 million in revenue.
Currently, Quang Tri has 4,643 fishing vessels with a length of 6 meters or more, including 1,352 vessels over 15 meters in length—these are the main offshore fishing fleet. Since the beginning of the year, thanks to favorable weather, local fishing capacity has continued to improve, contributing to higher output and value of fisheries production.
To maintain growth and ensure sustainable development, the Sub-Department of Fisheries and Fisheries Surveillance is actively coordinating with relevant agencies and local authorities to implement a range of synchronized measures. In particular, weather forecasting and the provision of information on fishing grounds and aquatic resources are being strengthened to help fishermen proactively plan their fishing activities effectively.
In addition, the sector encourages fishermen to apply science and technology, invest in modern equipment for fishing and post-harvest preservation, thereby improving product quality and increasing economic value.
Ensuring safety for fishermen at sea is also a top priority. Fishing vessels are guided to be fully equipped with communication devices and life-saving equipment to respond promptly to unexpected situations. At the same time, mutual support among fishermen during fishing operations continues to be promoted, helping improve efficiency and reduce risks.
Notably, efforts to raise awareness among fishermen about complying with legal regulations in fishing activities and combating illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing have been emphasized. This is considered an important step toward sustainable fisheries development and the protection of marine resources.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) After a relatively sluggish first quarter, Vietnam's exports of fish cakes and surimi showed a clearer recovery in the second quarter, particularly in June. Export value in the first six months of 2026 reached USD 148 million, down 2% year on year. However, the newly imposed 12.5% additional U.S. tariff on Vietnamese goods, intensifying competition in Northeast Asia, and increasingly stringent traceability requirements in the EU are making the outlook for the second half of the year more uncertain.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In June 2026, Vietnam's shrimp exports reached nearly USD 458 million, up 24% year-on-year. In the first six months of 2026, export value totaled USD 2.35 billion, an increase of 14.2% compared with the same period last year. Growth was driven mainly by the Chinese market and the strong performance of lobster exports, while shrimp exports continued to face pressure from U.S. tariffs and rising logistics costs.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) As part of Vietfish 2026, the Hosted Buyer Program is designed as a specialized B2B matchmaking initiative for selected international buyers, providing opportunities to meet directly with Vietnamese seafood exporters, gain the latest market insights, and experience Vietnam's seafood supply chain firsthand.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) A project titled "Sustainable Shrimp Industry Governance" has been launched in Ca Mau Province with the aim of supporting the transition of the province's shrimp industry toward higher quality, lower emissions, stronger governance capacity, improved supply chain traceability, and the development of a sustainable shrimp brand that meets the increasingly stringent requirements of export markets.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Khanh Hoa Provincial Agricultural Extension Center, in collaboration with the Northern Center for Marine Aquaculture Research and the Van Hung Public Service Center, recently organized a training course on disease-free golden pompano seed production. The program is part of a National Agricultural Extension Project aimed at developing industrial-scale seed production models to support sustainable marine aquaculture.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s pangasius exports have shown encouraging signs of recovery in 2026. In the first four months of the year, total export turnover reached USD 720 million, up 17% compared to the same period last year. This result reflects improving demand across many markets, as well as the efforts of Vietnamese pangasius enterprises to maintain production, secure orders, and adapt to changing market conditions.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) The application of high technology in shrimp farming is delivering positive results in the coastal areas of Vinh Long Province, contributing to improved production efficiency and creating significant potential for further industry expansion. However, to fully capitalize on this potential, the province is focusing on aquaculture zoning, infrastructure investment, and promoting modern, sustainable production.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Đồng Tháp Province has intensified efforts to curb illegal fishing by strengthening vessel monitoring, law enforcement and seafood traceability.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Seafood businesses need solutions to overcome bottlenecks such as labor shortages, difficulty accessing capital, high input costs, and administrative procedures in order to maintain production, adapt to market fluctuations, and effectively exploit export opportunities.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) The FTA would widen access to markets with strong demand for premium food products in line with the country’s strategy of shifting exports towards increasing added value.
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