At the conference, leaders of the Soc Trang Fisheries Sub-department reported that the total aquaculture area in the province for 2024 reached 74,000 hectares, meeting 100% of the planned target. This included 50,820 hectares of brackish water shrimp farming, 9,180 hectares of freshwater and brackish fish farming, and 4,000 hectares of other aquatic products. The estimated aquaculture output reached 310,000 tons, also meeting 100% of the plan, with brackish water shrimp contributing 212,000 tons, freshwater fish over 94,400 tons, and other aquatic products 3,550 tons. Raw whiteleg shrimp (50 pieces/kg) was priced at VND 123,000 per kilogram, an increase of VND 15,000 compared to the same period last year. Shrimp sized 20-30 pieces/kg saw a rise of VND 31,000 per kilogram, while shrimp sized 40-80 pieces/kg increased by VND 17,800 per kilogram compared to last year.
The Fisheries Sub-department implemented 20 shrimp farming models that meet VietGAP standards, organized four specialized training courses for aquaculture farmers on identifying and addressing food safety hazards, and conducted four on-site workshops to expand VietGAP models. Additionally, multiple inspections were carried out to control impurities in commercial shrimp and ensure the safety of aquaculture facilities. Guidance was provided to 22 feed production facilities and environmental treatment product manufacturers, while 31 facilities were inspected for compliance. Over 4,000 water samples were analyzed for pH, temperature, salinity, alkalinity, transparency, and oxygen levels, providing timely recommendations to shrimp farmers on optimal water intake times.
In her remarks, Ms. Quach Thi Thanh Binh outlined several measures to ensure a successful aquaculture season in 2025. The provincial agriculture sector will strengthen inspections of shrimp farming areas and utilize provincial and local budget resources, along with sponsored projects, to invest in dredging canals and building irrigation works to support sustainable shrimp farming planning. Strategic river and canal areas will be reviewed and incorporated into the monitoring system to serve aquaculture regions. Efforts will also focus on enhancing the capacity of personnel involved in environmental monitoring and cooperatives by promoting information technology applications for environmental and disease updates on digital platforms. Regular inspections will be organized to enforce compliance with water management and wastewater discharge regulations, particularly in high-tech shrimp farming zones, to prevent unregulated and environmentally harmful practices...
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Egypt is emerging as one of the most promising destinations for Vietnamese tuna exports in 2026. During the first four months of the year, export turnover to this market exceeded USD 7.3 million, marking a sharp increase compared to the same period over the previous two years. As Egypt’s tuna imports continue to recover and demand for canned tuna remains strong, the market is becoming increasingly attractive for Vietnamese tuna processors and exporters.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) During the first four months of 2026, Vietnam’s pangasius exports to CPTPP member countries reached nearly USD 128 million, accounting for 18% of the country’s total pangasius export value and increasing by 21% compared to the same period in 2025. Demand patterns varied significantly across the bloc: Mexico primarily imported fresh and frozen pangasius products, while Japan and Canada recorded substantial shares of processed products. Australia remained focused on frozen fillets but continued to maintain a portion of processed imports.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Despite the slow recovery of the U.S. market and continued trade-related challenges facing Vietnam’s shrimp industry, Minh Phu Seafood Corporation (MPC) has set ambitious targets for 2026. The company aims to produce 68,800 metric tons of finished shrimp products, generate consolidated revenue of VND 19.9 trillion, and achieve VND 1.059 trillion in pre-tax profit. If achieved, these figures would represent the highest revenue and profit levels in the company’s history.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) HungHau Foods Joint Stock Company (HungHau Foods) has been honored at the 33rd Asia-Pacific Economic Forum, receiving two prestigious awards: “Top 10 Outstanding Asia-Pacific Enterprises 2026” and “Top 10 Outstanding Entrepreneurs” awarded to HungHau Foods CEO, Ms. Nguyen Yen.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) After a period of sluggish imports in 2025, the Chinese market has returned with strong shrimp purchasing momentum in the first months of 2026. However, alongside rising demand comes an increasingly stringent import control system, covering quarantine requirements, food safety standards, registration procedures, and traceability. This makes China a market that offers both significant opportunities and growing risks for Vietnamese shrimp exporters.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Recently, in Long Xuyen City, An Giang Province, the Institute of Policy and Strategy for Agriculture and Rural Development (IPSARD) and the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) organized a workshop to announce the results of the project “Food Loss Assessment in the Pangasius Value Chain in the Mekong River Region.” The project aims to provide scientific evidence to support the sustainable development of Vietnam’s pangasius industry.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Shrimp prices in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta have recovered since early May, helping to improve farmers’ confidence and accelerate stocking activities for the 2026 farming season. However, farmers remain cautious due to rising input costs, unfavorable weather conditions, and disease risks.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On May 27, the Vietnam Trade Office in India, in collaboration with trade promotion agencies, industry associations, and businesses from both countries, organized the online seminar “Vietnam–India Seafood Trade Forum and Supply-Demand Connectivity 2026.” The event aimed to promote trade cooperation, investment, and seafood supply chain connectivity between Vietnam and India amid the ongoing restructuring of global markets.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In recent years, Ninh Binh Province has intensified the application of science and technology in aquaculture in order to improve productivity, product quality, and economic efficiency.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In the first four months of 2026, Vietnam’s tilapia exports reached USD 49 million, up 151% compared to the same period in 2025. This figure reflects an emerging export sector that is taking advantage of market gaps created by global trade disruptions, while larger producers are adjusting their strategies.
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