Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP) forecasts that seafood export growth in the second half of 2024 will be higher than the same period last year by about 15%. Consequently, aquaculture and fisheries are striving to increase production to meet both domestic consumption and export demands.
According to the General Statistics Office, total fisheries production in July 2024 was estimated at 841,100 tons, a 2.2% increase compared to the same period last year. Of which, fish production was estimated at 588,000 tons, up 2.0%; shrimp at 139,200 tons, up 3.2%; and other aquatic species at 113,900 tons, up 1.9%.
Aquaculture production in July 2024 was estimated at 490,700 tons, a 3.4% increase year-on-year. Of which, fish reached 307,900 tons, up 3.2%; and shrimp reached 127,700 tons, up 3.5%. Shrimp harvest in July 2024 increased compared to the same period last year due to the harvesting season. Whiteleg shrimp production was estimated at 93,100 tons, up 4.1% year-on-year; and black tiger shrimp production was estimated at 29,100 tons, up 2.4%.
Pangasius harvest in July 2024 was estimated at 139,000 tons, a 4.5% increase year-on-year, due to the stable high price of raw pangasius and the recovery of pangasius exports, leading farmers and enterprises to adjust their production to meet export demand.
In July 2024, captured fishery production was estimated at 350,400 tons, a 0.6% increase year-on-year. Of which, captured fish reached 280,100 tons, up 0.7%; shrimp reached 11,500 tons, similar to the same period last year; and other seafood reached 58,800 tons, up 0.2%. Marine capture production was estimated at 336,200 tons, up 0.7% year-on-year.
In the first seven months of 2024, fisheries production was estimated at 5,225.8 thousand tons, a 2.6% increase year-on-year. This includes: fish at 3,760.2 thousand tons, up 2.5%; shrimp at 699.0 thousand tons, up 3.9%; and other seafood at 766.6 thousand tons, up 2.1% compared to the same period last year.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In January 2026, Vietnam’s shrimp exports reached USD 379.6 million, up 22% compared to the same period in 2025. The double-digit growth in the very first month of the year signals a relatively positive recovery in orders, particularly in Asian markets.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) From the very beginning of 2026, India’s shrimp industry has received a series of favorable trade signals: U.S. reciprocal tariffs have been reduced, while the successful conclusion of a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the EU has opened prospects for eliminating nearly all seafood tariffs in the coming years. This shift not only enables Indian shrimp to quickly offset declines in the U.S. market, but also reshapes the global competitive landscape, placing greater pressure on Vietnamese shrimp exporters in terms of price, market share, and strategic positioning.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Entering 2026, Vietnam’s pangasius industry is recording many positive signals, both in terms of raw fish prices and export prospects. Export turnover this year is projected to reach approximately USD 2.3 billion. Amid ongoing volatility in the global market, diversifying export destinations, reducing dependence on major markets, and effectively leveraging free trade agreements (FTAs) are considered key to maintaining sustainable growth and creating new momentum for the pangasius sector.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) With forecasts indicating that weather conditions in 2026 may become more complex—featuring prolonged heatwaves, unseasonal rains, and increased salinity intrusion—the agricultural sector of Can Tho City advises brackish water shrimp farmers to strictly follow the seasonal farming calendar and strengthen pond environmental management to minimize risks and improve production efficiency.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On February 4, a working delegation led by the Authority of Telecommunications (Ministry of Science and Technology) met with the Management Board of Cat Lo Fishing Port (Phuoc Thang Ward, Ho Chi Minh City) to comprehensively review the installation of Vessel Monitoring Systems (VMS), assess signal connectivity, and evaluate the effectiveness of information technology applications in fisheries management across the city.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) The year 2025 marked a significant milestone for China’s lobster market, with total imports reaching a record high and the supply structure undergoing major changes. Amid this surge, Vietnam’s lobster exports—especially green lobster—accelerated dramatically, reaching new highs and contributing substantially to Vietnam’s overall record shrimp export value.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) With a range of synchronized solutions, from institutional improvements and strengthened communication to strict fleet control, Quang Ninh is stepping up efforts to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, determined to join the country in soon having the European Commission’s (EC) “yellow card” lifted.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) The year 2025 closed with a remarkable milestone for Vietnam’s shrimp industry. According to Vietnam Customs, the country’s total shrimp export turnover in 2025 reached USD 4.6 billion, up 19% compared to 2024 and the highest level ever recorded.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) During the 2026–2030 period, Quang Tri province aims to convert 771 fishing vessels currently engaged in activities detrimental to marine resources and the ecological environment to more environmentally friendly fishing practices or shift entirely to other economic sectors.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) 2025 recorded a breakthrough growth in Vietnam’s tilapia exports, in which the U.S market emerging as the primary growth driver. The total export turnover of Vietnamese tilapia to the United States reached $53.15 million during the year, surging 173% year-on-year and accounting for 54% of Vietnam’s total tilapia export value, thereby making the U.S the largest import market for this commodity. Compared to 2024, tilapia exports to the U.S posted robust growth, reflecting the import demand as well as the ability of Vietnamese enterprises to capitalize on market opportunities amidst volatile global competitive dynamics.
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