In March, the value of seafood exports totalled NOK 4.6 billion (EUR 617.5 million), representing a decrease of 4 per cent or NOK 190 million (EUR 25.5 million) compared to the same month last year, according to the Norwegian Seafood Council (NSC).
The value of salmon exports in the 1st quarter of 2013 totalled NOK 8.2 billion (EUR 1.1 billion), which implies an increase of 22 per cent or NOK 1.5 billion (EUR 201.4 million) compared to the same period last year.
Exports of salmon in March were valued at NOK 3 billion (EUR 402.7 million), a figure which compared to March last year represents an increase of 12 per cent or NOK 312 million (EUR 41.9 million).
The average price for fresh whole salmon in March was NOK 37.65 (EUR 5.05) per kg, compared to NOK 28.34 (EUR 3.80) per kg in March last year.
The value of exports of fjord trout in the 1st quarter of 2013 increased by 20 per cent or NOK 79 million (EUR 10.6 million) to a total of NOK 482 million (EUR 64.7 million).
The value of exports of fjord trout in March totalled NOK 144 million (EUR 19.3 million), down by 9 per cent or NOK 15 million (EUR 2 million) compared to the same month last year. The biggest markets for fjord trout are
The value of exports of herring in the 1st quarter of 2013 totalled NOK 812 million (EUR 109 million), representing a drop of 48 per cent or NOK 741 million (EUR 99.5 million) compared to the 1st quarter of 2012.
In March, the value of herring exports totalled NOK 186 million (EUR 25 million), a decline of 46 per cent or NOK 156 million (EUR 20.9 million) from March last year.
In March, the value of herring exports from
In March, the value of clipfish exports totalled NOK 173 million (EUR 23.2 million), down by 20 per cent or NOK 44 million (EUR 5.9 million) from March last year.
Exports of salted fish in the 1st quarter totalled NOK 282 million (EUR 37.9 million). Compared to the 1st quarter of 2012, this is a reduction of 13 per cent or NOK 44 million (EUR 5.9 million). The volume of exports increased by 10 per cent or 1,000 tonnes to a total of 11,216 tonnes.
The value of exports of salted fish in March totalled NOK 136 million (EUR 18.3 million), down by 18 per cent or NOK 29 million (EUR 3.9 million) from March last year.
In the 1st quarter of 2013, exports of fresh cod including fillets were valued at NOK 490 million (EUR 65.8 million), which implies an increase of 21 per cent or NOK 85 million (EUR 11.4 million) compared to the same quarter last year. The volume of exports in the same period increased by no less than 63 per cent or 9,000 tonnes to a total of 23,000 tonnes.
In March, the value of exports of fresh cod including fillets totalled NOK 209 million (EUR 28.1 million). This is an increase of 31 per cent or NOK 49 million (EUR 6.6 million) compared to March 2012.
The value of exports of frozen cod including fillets in the 1st quarter of 2013 totalled NOK 419 million (EUR 56.2 million), representing a downturn of 11 per cent or NOK 54 million (EUR 7.2 million) compared to the 1st quarter of 2012.
Export volume in the same period showed growth of 17 per cent or 3,144 tonnes to a total of 22,000 tonnes. In March, the value of exports of frozen cod including fillets totalled NOK 123 million (EUR 16.5 million), a drop of 15 per cent or NOK 21 million (EUR 2.8 million) from March last year.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Alongside the development of high-tech shrimp farming, Ha Tinh Province is accelerating the cultivation of high-value freshwater aquatic species, with red tilapia emerging as an effective and sustainable farming model.
(vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s tuna exports reached USD 81 million in April 2026, down 6% compared to the same period in 2025. In the first four months of the year, export turnover totaled USD 289 million, down 4.8%. Although the overall export picture has yet to brighten significantly, market trends are becoming increasingly diversified rather than moving in a single direction.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s pangasius industry is undergoing strong restructuring starting from the broodstock and fingerling segment in order to improve productivity, quality, and export competitiveness. This is considered a critical foundation for the sustainable development of the industry amid rising production costs and increasingly stringent market requirements.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) According to Vietnam Customs data, pangasius exports in April 2026 reached USD 206 million, up 18% compared to the same period in 2025 — marking another consecutive month of double-digit growth since the beginning of the year. Cumulative pangasius export turnover in the first four months of 2026 reached USD 720 million, up 17% year-on-year, reflecting the positive growth momentum of this key export product.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s shrimp exports in the first four months of 2026 maintained positive growth momentum, reaching approximately USD 1.5 billion, up 15% compared to the same period last year. However, behind this result lies diverging trends across markets, as the global shrimp industry continues to face pressure from inflation, high inventories, price competition, and increasing trade risks.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In Vinh Tuy commune (Kien Giang Province), many shrimp farmers are adopting bottom aeration systems and reporting clear economic benefits, helping increase income and reduce production risks.
(vasep.com.vn) In the first three months of 2026, Vietnam’s exports of crabs and other crustaceans reached more than USD 93 million, up 23% compared to the same period last year. The result shows that the sector is experiencing a fairly positive recovery, especially in its two key product groups: crabs and swimming crabs. However, behind the growth figures are several concerns: export markets remain highly concentrated, raw material supply is unstable, and trade barriers from the US and EU are becoming increasingly stringent.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In Ca Mau province, many farmers are transitioning from traditional methods to high-tech shrimp farming, adopting recirculating systems with minimal water exchange to improve efficiency and reduce risks. In Hung My commune alone, there are about 260 super-intensive shrimp farming households covering more than 265 hectares, playing a key role in local economic development.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In the first three months of 2026, Vietnam’s exports of fish cake and surimi reached USD 63 million, down 5% compared to the same period last year. Although total export value declined slightly due to decreases in some key markets, many other destinations continued to post strong growth, opening up room for this convenience-oriented processed segment in the coming quarters.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Favorable weather conditions in the early months of 2026 have brought encouraging signs for fisheries activities in Quang Tri. Output has grown steadily, contributing to improved livelihoods for local residents.
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