Accordingly, a key economic zone in the Mekong Delta, which includes Can Tho and An Giang, Kien Giang and Ca Mau provinces, is established with modern and sustainable development and high adaptability to climate change.
By 2020, the Mekong Delta strives to bring the annual growth of 4.8 – 5.2 percent in agro-forestry and aquatic production value. The growth of agro sector is 3.7 – 4.2 percent, forestry sector rises 0.5 percent and fisheries sector up 7.5 – 8 percent.
Among total production value, agro products account for 56.2 percent, forestry products occupy 0.5 percent and the rest of 43.3 percent is aquatic products. The average per hectare productivity of agricultural production targets to gain VND140 – 150 million per year and aquaculture sector is VND260 - 270 million per hectare per year. By this time, rice and fish outputs planned to obtain 10.2 million MT and 1.8 million MT, respectively.
By 2030, the region aims to achieve the annual growth of 4.5 – 5 percent in agro-forestry-fisheries production in which the growth in agro production is expected to touch 3.3 – 3.8 percent, forestry rises 2 – 2.5 percent and fish products up 7.2 – 7.7 percent.
The region also hopes that by 2030, every 1 hectare of crop cultivation land will create VND240 - 250 million per year and every 1 hectare of aquaculture farm will create VND430 - 450 million. By the time, total rice output obtains 9.5 - 10 million MT and fish production is more than 2 million MT.
The authorities in the key economic zone in the Mekong Delta will limit the expansion of non-agricultural land from agricultural land. By 2020, agricultural land will be ensured to cover 1.41 million hectares. Of this space, rice cultivation will make up 787,000 hectares; 130,700 hectares of perennial plantation (fruit and coconut planting); 215,000 hectares of forest land and 259,300 hectares of aquaculture farms (12,100 hectares of freshwater fish breeding and 247,200 hectares of brackishwater fish farming); 80 hectares of salt production.
Local authorities will focus restructuring the region's agricultural production, give favorable conditions for farmers to increase the value of agro products, particularly rice. They also strengthen developing economic models to raise farmers' income.
Key products will be invested to develop their quality. The brand name and labels of key products will be promoted widely inside and outside the country with geographic indications. Key products like rice, pangasius, shrimp are given priority to develop. Besides, Phu Quoc fish sauce brand is developed.
On July 22, 2026, the Government issued Decree No. 292/2026/ND-CP detailing certain articles and providing measures for the organization and implementation of the Law on Foreign Trade Management. The Decree takes effect on September 5, 2026, replacing Decree No. 69/2018/ND-CP.
(vasep.com.vn) Vietnamese pangasius producer Vinh Hoan has won the top prize at the 2026 Seafood Excellence Asia Awards for its Cured Panga Croquette, highlighting the growing potential of value-added pangasius products in international markets.
(vasep.com.vn) The Global Shrimp Forum (GSF) 2026 is taking place from September 1–3 in Utrecht, the Netherlands, bringing together around 585 delegates from 40 countries, representing approximately 300 companies and organizations across the shrimp supply chain. Representatives from VASEP are attending the event as part of the Vietnamese delegation, strengthening connections with partners across the global shrimp industry.
(vasep.com.vn) At the international B2B seminar (Hosted Buyer Program) held as part of Vietfish 2026, Mr. Nguyen Hoang Pham, Sales Director of Tai Kim Anh Seafood Processing Joint Stock Company, delivered a presentation entitled “Vietnam’s Shrimp Industry: Changing for Sustainability.” From the perspective of a seafood processor, the presentation highlighted that Vietnam’s shrimp industry continues to play a leading role in seafood exports, but is entering a new phase of competition in which change is no longer an option, but a prerequisite for growth.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) VIETFISH 2026 may have concluded after three dynamic days in Ho Chi Minh City, but conversations around the exhibition continue to resonate across international trade media, industry organizations, and the social media channels of participating companies.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s tilapia industry is maintaining strong growth momentum, with significant room for further expansion in the coming years. In 2025, total tilapia production reached approximately 420,000 tonnes, up 33% from 2024 and 2.2 times higher than in 2015. During 2015–2025, production grew at an average annual rate of around 8.4%. As production and exports continue to expand, food safety control is receiving increasing attention to ensure product quality, meet the increasingly stringent requirements of international markets, and provide a foundation for the sustainable development of Vietnam’s tilapia industry.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On the afternoon of August 19, 2026, as part of the Vietnam International Seafood Exhibition – Vietfish 2026, the Hosted Buyer Program continued with the seminar “Vietnam Seafood Outlook 2026–2027: A Strategic Sourcing Destination,” followed by 1-to-1 B2B meetings between international buyers and Vietnamese seafood businesses.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Speaking at the Opening Ceremony of VIETFISH 2026 on August 19 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), U.S. Consul General Melissa Brown highlighted the important role of the exhibition in connecting Vietnam’s growing seafood industry with buyers, suppliers, and partners from the United States and around the world.
(vasep.com.vn) Tomorrow, August 19, 2026, the Vietnam International Seafood Exhibition – Vietfish 2026 will officially open at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City. Taking place over three days, from August 19–21, Vietfish 2026 promises to provide a dynamic platform for business networking, trend updates, product experiences and comprehensive cooperation across the domestic and international seafood community.
(vasep.com.vn) The global tilapia market continues to grow, creating significant opportunities for countries with strengths in aquaculture, processing, and exports. Against this backdrop, Vietnam’s tilapia industry is gradually developing toward higher quality, greater product diversification, and broader market reach. At Vietfish 2026, the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP), together with the VASEP Tilapia Producers and Exporters Club, will host a joint booth to promote the image and potential of Vietnamese tilapia to domestic and international buyers.
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