Right in the first days of 2021, the agricultural sector in general and shrimp enterprises, in particular, embark on the work, meeting the requirements of a series of orders from fastidious markets. Success in shrimp exports in 2020 was a driving force, creating momentum for export businesses to enhance production and value in 2021.
Mr. Phung Duc Tien - Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development said that Vietnam has advantages in markets, especially fastidious markets such as the US, Europe, and the large Chinese market.
Sharing about production and business results in 2020, Mr. Le Van Quang - General Director, Chairman of Minh Phu Seafood Corporation - said that the success in control Vietnam's Covid 19 pandemic is a good opportunity for the shrimp industry. In 2020, Minh Phu exported 55,000 MT of finished shrimp, with a turnover of US$580 million. The target in 2021 is set at 71 thousand MT of shrimp with a turnover of US$790 million.
According to VASEP, in 2021, there will be many favorable conditions for Vietnam's shrimp production and exports. World demand remains stable while other exporting countries have not yet recovered. China is the largest supplier in Asia, however, there is a shortage of shrimp for processing and consumption in this country.
Along with that, anti-dumping tax in the US on shrimp is low; Tariff advantages for Vietnamese origin of farmed shrimp products in the New generation Free Trade Agreements ...
In the current context, VASEP forecasts that shrimp exports in 2021 are likely to increase by about 15% compared to 2020, surpassing US$4 billion.
Mr. Vo Van Phuc - General Director of Vietnam Clean Seafood Cooperation said that the Covid 19 pandemic caused the supply chain in the shrimp industry to be broken, from operations in factories to farming activities. With this condition, we are not likely to achieve the set target of shrimp export reaching US$4 billion.
From a professional perspective, Mr. Tran Dinh Luan - Director General of the Directorate of Fisheries (Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development) said the shrimp industry encourages effective farming models, low risk, traceability, ensuring hygiene and safety. In 2021, depending on actual conditions, the farmer can apply the appropriate forms to ensure a successful production.
In the context that the competitor's supply is facing difficulties and the situation is forecasted to not be better until the end of the first quarter of 2021, Vietnam's shrimp exports will continue to achieve growth milestones in 2021 if we ensure good farming and processing, said experts. The production of Covid-19 vaccines with the advantages of FTAs being utilized by businesses will be the driving force for shrimp exports in 2021.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In 2025, Vietnam’s tuna exports to Spain increased by 13% compared to 2024. This growth trend has continued into the first two months of 2026. According to Vietnam Customs statistics, export turnover to this market reached nearly USD 3 million in January–February 2026, up 101% year-on-year and significantly higher than the same period in 2024. This development indicates that Spain is once again becoming a notable destination for Vietnamese tuna amid strong demand for tuna raw materials and products in Europe.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) The 2026 brackish water shrimp farming season in the Mekong Delta has started earlier than usual, mainly driven by positive market signals, as shrimp prices in 2025 remained high and supply was limited. Many enterprises and farms in Cần Thơ, Cà Mau, and Vĩnh Long have proactively stocked early to seize opportunities. By early 2026, stocking areas in many localities had reached a high proportion of planned targets, with intensive and high-tech farming models expanding rapidly.
(vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s tilapia exports to the United States recorded remarkable growth in 2025, opening up major opportunities while also presenting considerable challenges. The U.S. remains the largest importer of Vietnamese tilapia fillets, with export turnover reaching USD 40 million—an increase of up to 499% compared to 2024. This impressive growth reflects strong demand in the U.S. market, as supply from competing countries such as China has been constrained by tariffs and rising production costs.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Pangasius remains a strategic export commodity in Vietnam’s seafood sector. Entering 2026, the industry faces a strong need to transition from volume-based growth to a value-driven development model, with a focus on quality, food safety, and sustainability.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Following damage caused by Storm No. 13 in late 2025, brackish water shrimp farming in Gia Lai is being rapidly restored. In key farming areas such as Tuy Phước and Tuy Phước Đông, farmers are focusing on rehabilitating ponds, repairing infrastructure, and treating the environment in preparation for the 2026 crop.
(seafood.vasep.com) Facing the decline in fishery resources, Vietnam is accelerating livelihood transitions for fishermen to reduce fishing pressure and move toward sustainable development. Marine fish stocks have dropped significantly from 4.82 million tons in 2000–2005 to 3.95 million tons in 2016–2020.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s shrimp industry is entering a period of strong transformation with the emergence of various high-tech farming models, helping improve productivity and competitiveness. Over the past 5–10 years, farming practices have shifted from traditional methods to intensive and super-intensive systems, featuring lined ponds, environmental sensors, automated feeding, and data management.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) With a focus on sustainable development, high-tech application, and climate change adaptation, An Giang Province aims to maintain its brackish water shrimp production in 2026 at a level equivalent to the previous year. Specifically, output is projected to reach over 155,510 tons, serving both domestic consumption and export processing, thereby sustaining the fisheries sector’s key role in the local economic structure.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In the Mekong Delta, key pangasius farming provinces such as An Giang, Dong Thap, and Can Tho are accelerating the transition toward a circular economy model, contributing to higher product value and reduced environmental impact. Instead of focusing solely on farming and processing, the pangasius value chain is increasingly utilizing by-products and waste streams to generate added value.
(vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s scallop exports are entering a phase of impressive growth, as the global market undergoes significant restructuring. In 2025, scallop export value reached nearly USD 66 million, up 49% from USD 44 million in 2024. This upward momentum has continued and accelerated into early 2026, with exports totaling USD 18.1 million in the first two months alone—an increase of 166% year-on-year. This represents an exceptionally high growth rate, reflecting the rapid expansion of a relatively new product segment within Vietnam’s mollusk export portfolio.
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