In March 2025 alone, fishery output is estimated at 750.5 thousand tons, up 3.5% year-on-year. Fish accounted for 558.1 thousand tons (up 3.4%), shrimp 77.3 thousand tons (up 5.0%), and other products 115.1 thousand tons (up 2.7%).
Aquaculture continues to play a central role in the sector’s growth. In March, farmed fishery output was estimated at 421.4 thousand tons, up 5.3% year-on-year. This includes 306.4 thousand tons of fish (up 5.5%), 65.2 thousand tons of shrimp (up 5.7%), and 49.8 thousand tons of other species (up 3.3%).
For the first quarter as a whole, aquaculture production reached 1,113.6 thousand tons, marking a 5.1% increase over the same period last year. Several provinces posted impressive growth in aquaculture output: Khanh Hoa (up 13.4%), Phu Yen (12.4%), Bac Lieu (12.2%), Ninh Thuan (11.9%), Soc Trang (11.6%), Dong Thap (10.9%), and Long An (9.2%).
Notably, pangasius output increased as raw material prices rose and exports to major markets such as the U.S. and Europe expanded. In March alone, pangasius production was estimated at 155.8 thousand tons, up 4.5% year-on-year.
Whiteleg shrimp also saw a significant rise in output, reaching 42.8 thousand tons (up 6.8%), thanks to large-scale harvesting and the success of super-intensive farming models. Black tiger shrimp output reached 18.5 thousand tons, up 3.7%.
In the fishing sector, output in March 2025 was estimated at 329.1 thousand tons, up 1.2% year-on-year. This included 251.7 thousand tons of fish (up 1.0%), 12.1 thousand tons of shrimp (up 1.6%), and 65.3 thousand tons of other fishery products (up 2.2%). Marine capture accounted for the majority, with 314.8 thousand tons (up 1.4%).
Cumulatively for Q1/2025, capture fisheries output reached 879.8 thousand tons, a slight increase of 0.1% year-on-year. Fish output held steady at 673.6 thousand tons, shrimp rose slightly to 32.4 thousand tons (up 0.1%), and other products reached 173.8 thousand tons (up 0.8%).
Directions: Boosting domestic consumption and export
To meet growth targets, the fishery industry needs to further stimulate domestic consumption, particularly through modern distribution channels and e-commerce platforms. Trade promotion programs and supply-demand connection activities should be enhanced to expand the local market.
At the same time, exports remain a crucial pillar. The sector should take full advantage of signed trade agreements to expand its presence in major markets such as the U.S., Europe, and Asia. Removing trade barriers and supporting enterprises in meeting international standards will be key.
Additionally, facilitating access to finance, encouraging technological innovation, and improving the value-added of products are essential measures to increase competitiveness and drive export growth in the coming period.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) With a range of synchronized solutions, from institutional improvements and strengthened communication to strict fleet control, Quang Ninh is stepping up efforts to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, determined to join the country in soon having the European Commission’s (EC) “yellow card” lifted.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) The year 2025 closed with a remarkable milestone for Vietnam’s shrimp industry. According to Vietnam Customs, the country’s total shrimp export turnover in 2025 reached USD 4.6 billion, up 19% compared to 2024 and the highest level ever recorded.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) During the 2026–2030 period, Quang Tri province aims to convert 771 fishing vessels currently engaged in activities detrimental to marine resources and the ecological environment to more environmentally friendly fishing practices or shift entirely to other economic sectors.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) 2025 recorded a breakthrough growth in Vietnam’s tilapia exports, in which the U.S market emerging as the primary growth driver. The total export turnover of Vietnamese tilapia to the United States reached $53.15 million during the year, surging 173% year-on-year and accounting for 54% of Vietnam’s total tilapia export value, thereby making the U.S the largest import market for this commodity. Compared to 2024, tilapia exports to the U.S posted robust growth, reflecting the import demand as well as the ability of Vietnamese enterprises to capitalize on market opportunities amidst volatile global competitive dynamics.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) After two consecutive years of decline, Vietnam’s fish cake and surimi exports rebounded in 2025. Export turnover of this product group exceeded USD 344 million, up 15% year-on-year compared with 2024 and 13% higher than 2023, although still below the peak level recorded in 2022.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) By the end of 2025, Vietnam’s seafood industry had left a strong mark with export turnover reaching nearly $11.3 billion, up 12.4% year-on-year. This robust performance reflects not only a rebound in global consumption demand but also the agile adaptation of domestic firms in navigating increasingly stringent trade barriers.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) According to the 2025 review and 2026 outlook conference held by the Directorate of Fisheries and Fisheries Surveillance on the afternoon of January 7, Vietnam’s seafood sector has set a total production target of over 10 million tons in 2026, representing a 0.6% increase year-on-year. Of this total, capture fisheries are projected at around 3.75 million tons (down 2.1%), while aquaculture output is expected to reach 6.25 million tonnes (up 2.2%) compared with 2025.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Sao Ta Food JSC (Fimex, Ticker: FMC) has announced its 2025 business results, reporting revenue of over $300 million (approximately 7.8 trillion VND), representing a 19.8% increase year-on-year; projected profit is expected to reach approximately 420 billion VND.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s fisheries sector concluded 2025 with landmark achievements: export turnover reached a record high, despite heightened volatility in global trade and increasingly stringent barriers from major markets, most notably the United States. Amid a mix of opportunities and challenges, the fisheries sector also witnessed important policy shifts. Together, these developments form a multifaceted picture of an industry proactively adapting and restructuring toward a trajectory of sustainable development.
(seafoos.vasep.com.vn) According to the Department of Agriculture and Environment of Vinh Long, the province’s shrimp farming area reached 69,800 hectares in 2025, including 7,500 hectares under high-tech farming models, 18,820 tons of black tiger shrimp and 293,000 tons of whiteleg shrimp.
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