According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD), from the beginning of the year, the weather was relatively favorable for aquaculture and fishing activities, but the price of input materials for production and gasoline prices increased sharply, which had a major impact on fishing activities. However, aquaculture production increased quite high, so the production value of aquatic products in 9 months was estimated to increase by 4.43% compared to the same period last year.
Specifically, seafood production in September was estimated at 805.9 thousand tons, up 4.3% compared to September 2021. Accumulating 9 months, the total fishery output is estimated at 6,602.8 thousand tons, up 2.6% over the same period.
In the fishing sector, in September, the output reached 366.7 thousand tons, down 0.8%. In 9 months, the output reached 2,991.6 thousand tons, down 2.4% over the same period.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development will guide localities to focus on developing key aquaculture with high economic value
Regarding farming, in September, the output was estimated at 439.2 thousand tons, up 8.9% compared to September 2021. In 9 months, the output was estimated at 3,611.2 thousand tons, up 7.2% over the same period. In which, pangasius production was estimated at 1,139.5 thousand tons, up 10.9%; shrimp reached 777.6 thousand tons, up 10.4%.
The rising oil price has affected fishing activities, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development has guided and directed localities to strengthen control of fishing vessels at ports; recommending fishermen with low production efficiency fishing boats to switch fishing occupations; or take advantage of the repair and maintenance of ships and fishing nets, contributing to reducing the fishing force in the short term, while the aquatic resources have time to recover.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development will also control the quality of aquatic breeds and input materials in aquaculture; directing localities to do well the registration of key farming subjects; registration of cage aquaculture.
At the same time, the Ministry also monitors weather developments, forecasting fishing grounds, and the fishing situation of fishermen in sea areas to promptly support fishermen to safely and effectively produce. Monitor, guide, handle problems regarding certification of caught seafood and manage fishing vessels at the port to ensure that seafood export activities are not affected and implement anti-fishing IUU fishing to remove the EC's yellow card.
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The Mekong Delta province of Tien Giang, with its 32-km coastline, is well-positioned to develop a thriving seafood industry. Recognising the importance of sustainable offshore fishing, local authorities have implemented policies to modernise the fishing fleet and support operations in offshore waters.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On the evening of December 23, 2024, in Ho Chi Minh City, the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP) held a ceremony to celebrate the seafood export milestone of 10 billion USD, with hopes for continued growth in 2025. The event was attended by Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Phung Duc Tien, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Hang, and representatives from various ministries, as well as domestic and international partners.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) With a market share exceeding 10% in Vietnam's aquafeed sector, Sao Mai Super Feed has affirmed its position as one of the leading brands, making a significant contribution to the development of the pangasius industry and elevating Vietnamese pangasius products on the international stage.
Secretary General of the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP) Nguyen Hoai Nam said that in the past 5-6 years, Vietnam's seafood export value has only hovered around 8-10 billion USD/year. To reach the value of 16 billion USD by 2030, Mr. Nam proposed establishing corporations/enterprises to exploit the sea.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vinh Hoan Seafood (stock code VHC) announced that its export turnover to three key markets— the U.S., EU, and China—grew between 32% and 40% in November 2024 compared to the same period in 2023.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Shrimp exports for the first 11 months of 2024 brought in nearly 3.6 billion USD, up 22% compared to the same period last year. Exports to major consumption markets all recorded double-digit growth.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In 2023, total pangasius imports into the European Union saw a significant decline compared to the previous year. Approximately 70,000 tons were imported, 3,000 tons less than in 2022, according to a report from FAO-Globefish.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On December 11, Vinh Hoan Joint Stock Company (Vinh Hoan Corp) was once again honored in the "Top 50 Most Effective Businesses in Vietnam" ranking, compiled annually by the Investment Bridge Magazine. This marks the 11th consecutive year Vinh Hoan has been recognized in this prestigious list.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) The purchase price of raw pangasius in the first 11 months of 2024 remained at 26,000-27,000 VND/kg. However, farmers faced challenges in earning profits due to rising costs of fish feed, fuel, and labor during the year.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Sao Ta Foods Joint Stock Company (FIMEX) recently announced its production and business results for November 2024, showing a 5% year-over-year increase in revenue but a 21% decline compared to the previous month.
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