For aquaculture, as of September 24, 2019, the brackish water shrimp farming area reached 705,209 ha (an increase of 0.5% compared to the same period in 2018), of which the area of tiger shrimp farming was 606,661 hectares, area of farming whiteleg shrimp was 98,548 ha. The harvest yield reached 504,413 MT (an increase of 6.2% compared to the same period in 2018), of which, the production of black tiger shrimp was 181,585 MT, the output of whiteleg shrimp was 322,828 MT.
According to the assessment of Directorate of Fisheries, the whole country continues to be affected by climate change. Abnormal weather patterns such as rising temperature, salinity increases, prolonged rain.... affect to environment in shrimp pond, resulting to being susceptible to disease outbreak. Therefore, depending on specific conditions, shrimp farmers need to apply synchronous solutions on pond management and care such as water environment management, food and pathogens management contributing to the result of farming and reducing production costs. Furthermore, Directorate of Fisheries also recommends shrimp farmers to adhere to the seasonal calendar according to the annual recommendations of specialized agencies.
For pangasius, the cumulative farming area as of September 21, 2019 was 5,703 ha (an increase of 1553 ha, equivalent to 37% compared to the same period in 2018), the cumulative harvested area till September 21, 2019 was 3,449 hectares (up 30.9% over the same period in 2018). The cumulative output reached 891,597 MT (an increase of 2.9% compared to the same period of 2018). Compared to the same period in 2018, the farming area, harvest area and output increased from 23 to 30%, but the harvest output increased only slightly by 2.9%. Therefore, it can be identified that farmers are currently harvesting small-sized fish. The reason for that may be due to small- sized fillet orders or growers who want to minimize the risk of falling fish prices. Besides, the farming area in September tended to decrease compared to August 2019.
Regarding to capture fisheries, in the third quarter of 2019, the 2 storms (Wipha and Danas) and the relatively strong southwest monsoon somewhat affected fishing activities of fishermen. However, taking advantage of stable weather, longline fishing vessels still went for fishing at sea and achieved good results. Specifically, the fishing output in September reached 251 thousand MT, bringing the total fishing production in 9 months of 2019 to 2,850.9 thousand MT.
In August and September 2019, shrimp exports decreased slightly after increasing in July, reaching US$352.9 million. In the first 8 months of 2019, shrimp export value reached US$2.1 billion, down 7% compared to the same period in 2018. Shrimp exports are expected to change more positively in the last months of the year. Market demand have inched up, shrimp production and domestic and world shrimp prices have improved, creating momentum for shrimp exports in the last months of the year. Meanwhile, as of August 30, pangasius exports reached US$1.3 billion, down about 7% compared to the same period in 2018. According to the recommendation, enterprises should proactively supply pangasius materials from now to the end of the year, avoiding material shortages. It is expected that, pangasius export turnover fell by 10% compared to the same period in 2018.
(vasep.com.vn) After three days at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City, the Vietnam International Fisheries Exhibition – VIETFISH 2026 – has successfully concluded, leaving a strong impression in terms of scale, visitor numbers, the quality of business connections, and innovative activities. With more than 14,000 m² of exhibition space, 335 companies, 568 booths, participation from representatives of 17 countries and territories, and nearly 15,000 visitors, VIETFISH 2026 has once again affirmed its role as an important meeting point for Vietnam’s and the global seafood industry.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Held as part of Vietfish 2026 from August 19–21 at SECC in Ho Chi Minh City, a series of five specialized seminars provided the seafood business community with updates on markets, technology, standards, human resources and cooperation opportunities. With the participation of experts, international organizations, government agencies and businesses from Vietnam and abroad, the seminars created an additional platform for professional exchange alongside the exhibition’s product showcases and business networking activities.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On the morning of August 19, 2026, the Vietnam International Seafood Exhibition – VIETFISH 2026 officially opened at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City. With 568 booths representing 335 companies, alongside the presence of senior government officials, local authorities, diplomatic missions and international partners, VIETFISH 2026 kicks off three days of business networking, technology exchange and market engagement under the overarching theme “Innovation and Sustainability.”
The Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP) officially announces that the Vietnam International Seafood Exhibition (Vietfish 2026) will take place from August 19–21, 2026, at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), Ho Chi Minh City.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s seafood exports recorded strong growth in the first half of 2026, but the performance was increasingly uneven across products, markets and enterprises. VASEP’s newly released premium report provides the detailed data and analysis needed to understand what lies behind the headline figures and prepare for the more challenging months ahead.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Brazil remains one of the key markets for Vietnamese pangasius in South America. However, exports to the market showed signs of slowing in the first half of 2026, while frozen pangasius fillets continued to account for the overwhelming majority of exports.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Marking 27 years of supporting Vietnam’s seafood industry, the Vietnam International Seafood Exhibition (VIETFISH 2026) will officially return from August 19–21, 2026, at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City, on its largest scale ever. Under the core theme “Innovation – Sustainability,” the event promises to provide a comprehensive picture of the transformation of Vietnam’s seafood industry toward greater value addition and sustainable development.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) With less than three weeks remaining, the Vietnam Fisheries International Exhibition – Vietfish 2026 will officially take place from August 19–21, 2026, at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City. Under the theme "Innovation – Sustainability," Vietfish 2026 will provide a comprehensive networking platform for seafood businesses, buyers, distributors, industry experts, government agencies, and domestic and international visitors.
(vasep.com.vn) As part of the Vietnam Fisheries International Exhibition – Vietfish 2026, the technical seminar “Green and Sustainable Technology Solutions for the Aquaculture and Seafood Processing Value Chain” will take place from 09:30 to 11:45 on August 20, 2026, at Convention Room B, Level 2, SECC, Ho Chi Minh City. The seminar is jointly organized by VASEP, the Department of Fisheries and Fisheries Surveillance, and the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Vietnam, focusing on technological innovation and sustainable transformation across Vietnam’s seafood value chain.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Market fluctuations, rising production costs, and increasingly stringent requirements from export markets are placing growing pressure on the shrimp industry. In response, Vinh Long Province is promoting high-tech shrimp farming integrated with production–consumption value chains to improve efficiency, reduce risks, and enhance the industry's value.
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