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) After a fairly strong upward trend in 2025, Vietnam’s clam exports entered 2026 with a mixed picture: strong growth at the beginning of the year, followed by a slowdown from March onward. According to Vietnam Customs data, Vietnam’s clam export turnover in the first four months of 2026 reached more than USD 38 million, up 2% compared to the same period in 2025.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s pangasius industry is facing new opportunities to expand its development space as many localities and businesses begin promoting marine farming models aimed at diversifying farming areas and adapting to climate change. However, for pangasius to truly “go offshore” and develop into a large-scale industry segment, significant challenges related to technology, broodstock, and markets still need to be addressed.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s tilapia exports in April 2026 reached USD 11 million, up 92% compared to the same period in 2025. This strong growth indicates that Vietnamese tilapia products are continuing to penetrate and expand rapidly in international markets. Cumulative export turnover in the first four months of 2026 reached USD 49 million, up 151% year-on-year.
(seafood.vasep.com) At VietShrimp Asia 2026, disease management trends in shrimp farming are shifting strongly from treatment-based approaches toward proactive prevention through environmental and pond ecosystem control.
(vasep.com.vn) After a period of strong growth, with export turnover reaching USD 38 million in Q1/2026 — up 174% year-on-year — the sector’s rapid expansion clearly reflects growing market opportunities.
(vasep.com.vn) In the first quarter of 2026, Vietnam’s pangasius exports to the ASEAN bloc reached USD 44 million, up 7% compared to the same period in 2025. After falling to the lowest level of the quarter at USD 9 million in February — reflecting the seasonal slowdown in orders after the festive period — exports recovered strongly to USD 18 million in March, the highest monthly value of the quarter. This development shows that import demand for pangasius in ASEAN remains relatively stable despite short-term fluctuations.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On May 11, 2026, the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced a positive comparability finding for Vietnam’s swimming crab fisheries, along with those of Indonesia and Sri Lanka, under the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA). With this decision, seafood and seafood products harvested from Vietnam’s swimming crab fisheries will continue to be eligible for import into the US market.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) After a slowdown in 2025, Vietnam’s tuna exports to Germany showed more positive signs in the first quarter of 2026. However, the recovery remains uncertain as consumer demand in Germany is still cautious, while market competition is increasingly driven by pricing and supply stability.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) After a sharp decline in 2025, Vietnam’s tuna exports to Israel are showing positive signs of recovery in the early months of 2026. According to Vietnam Customs data, export turnover to this market grew steadily month by month in Q1/2026, reaching nearly USD 10 million, up 33% compared to the same period in 2025. However, compared to Q1/2024, this level remains significantly lower, indicating that the recovery is still in its early stage following last year’s strong adjustment.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Entering 2026, the U.S. whitefish market has shown complex developments as global cod supply continues to tighten, while the U.S. trade environment becomes less stable. In this context, the U.S. market has had to become more flexible in sourcing alternative whitefish. However, relying heavily on Alaska pollock is not a long-term solution, as it is a strictly managed fishery with quotas and sustainability regulations, limiting any rapid increase in output to offset cod shortages.
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