In the first 10 months of 2024, Soc Trang's total aquaculture area reached 71,848 hectares, a modest increase of 0.18%. The estimated output for the year was 358,270 tons, marking a 3.28% rise compared to 2023. Brackish water shrimp, a key product, ranked third in Vietnam for both total area and yield in 2023, producing 206,334 tons across 53,511.3 hectares.
According to Mrs. Quach Thi Thanh Binh, Deputy Director of the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development of Soc Trang, the fisheries sector has experienced rapid and robust growth. Seafood production increased from 68,514 tons in 2013 to 206,334 tons in 2023, with intensive and semi-intensive shrimp farming accounting for 90% of the area. However, this growth has led to challenges such as environmental degradation, disease outbreaks, and excessive chemical use. Additionally, a portion of the population still practices small-scale shrimp farming, often with limited technical knowledge and poor adherence to environmental regulations, contributing to water pollution.
A study by the Department of Natural Resources and Environment revealed that shrimp farming waste in Soc Trang is substantial, generating 4.81–6.93 million m³ of wastewater and 433.2–563.1 million m³ of sludge annually. If not properly managed, these waste products could cause significant environmental harm.
To address these issues, Soc Trang is focused on raising awareness and enhancing the capabilities of shrimp farmers in environmental protection. Efforts include various outreach initiatives and the development of effective farming models. Notably, the "Application of Biogas Systems for Wastewater Treatment in Brackish Water Shrimp Farming" project, led by ActionAid International in Vietnam, aims to implement 150 biogas systems in the province between 2024 and 2026. Additionally, the "Integrated Shrimp Farming" model by GIZ has been introduced at two sites in the province. These efforts are part of a broader strategy that includes the application of advanced farming methods such as the two- and three-phase farming process, VietGAP-compliant practices, biofloc technology, and integrated aquaculture. The use of high-density farming with plastic-lined ponds is also helping to boost shrimp yields per unit area.
The agriculture sector in Soc Trang is also prioritizing digital transformation, incorporating automated monitoring systems and feed optimization technologies to reduce labor and waste. The integration of nano-oxygen systems aims to improve environmental resilience in shrimp farming.
Deputy Director Quach Thi Thanh Binh emphasized the importance of collaboration between the government, businesses, and communities in improving waste treatment, promoting sustainability, and enhancing water management. Other key priorities include the management and conservation of native aquatic species, better use of aquatic seed sources resilient to climate change, and strict regulation of imported species. Raising awareness among aquaculture farmers about environmental protection, legal compliance, and quality standards is also crucial for sustainable development.
Additionally, strengthening monitoring, inspections, and enforcement of environmental protection regulations in aquaculture, as well as supporting education, communication, research, and the transfer of sustainable aquaculture technologies, are essential steps toward long-term growth and sustainability.
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(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.
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(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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