According to the latest figures released by the sector, the exported volume grew by 121.2 percent, from 87,600 tonnes in February 2013 to 193,800 tonnes in 2014. This rise was mainly due to higher sales of fishmeal and fish oil.
The Peruvian minister noted that between January and February 2014 the sale of 408,400 tonnes of fisheries products abroad generated US$ 700.5 million while in the same period last year, 157.800 tonnes had been exported for US$ 318.7 million.
Meanwhile, in February 2014 total exports of fish meal amounted to 136.600 tonnes, a 292.5 percent increase over the same month in 2013 (34,800 tonnes).
With respect to the value, in the second month of the year fishmeal was exported for US$ 189.5 million, a 198.8 per cent more than in February 2013, when the figure had totalled US$ 63.4 million.
In the first two months of 2014 a total of 290.700 tonnes of fishmeal was exported, a 335.2 percent increase over the same period in 2013 (66,800 tonnes).
The main markets for Peruvian fishmeal were China, Chile, Germany and Vietnam, who bought 242,443.1 tonnes of total sales through February 2014.
February’s exports increased sales of fishmeal abroad in the first two months to US$ 398.8 million, a 234.6 per cent increase over the same period in 2013 (US$ 119.2 million).
Meanwhile, crude oil exports totaled 14,300 tonnes in February for US$ 30 million, that is to say, 97.3 percent more than in the same month in 2013 (US$ 15.6 million).
Considering the first two months of 2014, a total of 38,600 tonnes of oil was sold abroad, a 297.9 percent increase over the same period last year (6,200 tonnes), fis.com reported.
Chile, Belgium, Denmark and Japan absorbed 30,353.2 tonnes of total exports of fish oil registered until last February. These sales generated US$ 92.4 million, an amount that represents a rise of 450 percent over the same period in 2013 (US$ 16.8 million).
In February 2014 about 31,600 tonnes of frozen products were also exported, a volume that accounts for a decrease of 19.2 percent from 39,100 tonnes exported a year earlier.
In the first two months of 2014 a total of 58,000 tonnes of frozen products was sold abroad, 6.9 percent less than in the same period of 2013 (62,300 tonnes).
Peru seafood production up 22% y-o-y in March
Peru’s fishery production in March 2014 grew by 22.34% year-on-year due to larger landings of maritime species for direct human consumption, and the restart of fishmeal and oil output, which had been stopped in March last year.
The Peruvian institute for statistics noted that sea surface temperatures on the country’s coasts were below average figures. The biggest drops were registered in the areas of Talara with -3.2 degrees Celcius, and Paita with -2.6.
Landings for direct human consumption rose by 20.19%, pushed by catches of fish for frozen processing (25.22% up to 65,400 metric tons) like giant squid, shrimp, squid, eel, shark, octopus, anchovy and tuna.
Also landings for fresh consumption grew (21% up to 35,300t): bonito, hake, mackerel, sole, squid, giant squid, octopus, tuna, and other seafood.
Catches of species for the fish canning sector declined by 22.3% to 9,700t and by 36.4% to 900t those for curing process.
In the southern region, in Ilo port, capture of anchovy for industrial use began with 10,000 metric tons. Regarding reproductive indicators, it was observed that spawning of this pelagic started to fall following a normal pattern.
Inland fishing increased by 12%, with capture of fresh fish species up by 14,29% and for frozen product by 81.6%, but the institute did not provide volume numbers.
In the first quarter of 2014, catch of anchovy for indirect human consumption reached 229,300 metric tons, which represented a 42.4% drop comparing to the same period in 2013.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s shrimp industry is entering a period of strong transformation with the emergence of various high-tech farming models, helping improve productivity and competitiveness. Over the past 5–10 years, farming practices have shifted from traditional methods to intensive and super-intensive systems, featuring lined ponds, environmental sensors, automated feeding, and data management.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) With a focus on sustainable development, high-tech application, and climate change adaptation, An Giang Province aims to maintain its brackish water shrimp production in 2026 at a level equivalent to the previous year. Specifically, output is projected to reach over 155,510 tons, serving both domestic consumption and export processing, thereby sustaining the fisheries sector’s key role in the local economic structure.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In the Mekong Delta, key pangasius farming provinces such as An Giang, Dong Thap, and Can Tho are accelerating the transition toward a circular economy model, contributing to higher product value and reduced environmental impact. Instead of focusing solely on farming and processing, the pangasius value chain is increasingly utilizing by-products and waste streams to generate added value.
(vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s scallop exports are entering a phase of impressive growth, as the global market undergoes significant restructuring. In 2025, scallop export value reached nearly USD 66 million, up 49% from USD 44 million in 2024. This upward momentum has continued and accelerated into early 2026, with exports totaling USD 18.1 million in the first two months alone—an increase of 166% year-on-year. This represents an exceptionally high growth rate, reflecting the rapid expansion of a relatively new product segment within Vietnam’s mollusk export portfolio.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) – On March 19, at the Government Headquarters, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held a meeting with the European Commission (EC) inspection delegation on combating illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, led by Mr. Fernando Andresen Guimaraes, Head of Unit at the Directorate-General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries (DG MARE).
(vasep.com.vn) Australia is emerging as one of the most stable and promising growth markets for Vietnamese shrimp. Amid global trade disruptions driven by geopolitical tensions—particularly conflicts in the Middle East—strengthening and expanding into stable markets like Australia has become increasingly important for Vietnam’s shrimp industry.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In the first two months of 2026, Vietnam’s squid and octopus exports reached over USD 111 million, up 23% compared to the same period in 2025. This result indicates a positive start for the sector, reflecting early signs of demand recovery in multiple markets from the beginning of the year.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In the first two months of 2026, Vietnam’s fisheries sector maintained positive growth momentum, with shrimp output exceeding 132 thousand tons. This result contributed to a strong increase in seafood export turnover, despite ongoing volatility in the global economy.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s tilapia exports maintained strong growth momentum in February 2026, with many markets recording sharp increases compared to the same period last year. In February alone, export value reached USD 8.4 million, up 148% year-on-year. Cumulatively, in the first two months of 2026, total tilapia export turnover hit USD 23 million, soaring 242% compared to the same period in 2025.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In global seafood trade, sensory evaluation is increasingly becoming one of the key “technical barriers” in many importing markets-especially the United States. Issues such as filth, and signs of decomposition/spoilage are often detected through sensory evaluation methods and remain common reasons for seafood import alerts, detentions, or shipment rejections.
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