In September, shrimp exports to most of the main markets continued to decline, but the reduction rate was lower. The easing of social distancing since mid-September has helped businesses gradually restore production after the epidemic.
According to data from Vietnam Customs, in September 2021, Vietnam's shrimp exports decreased by 20% to US$308.5 million. The rate of decline was lower than in August 2021. Shrimp exports to some markets have shown signs of slight recovery: Exports to the US market in September 2021 increased by 8% over the same period last year, exports to the EU in September recorded a lower decline compared to the same period last month. 8, exports to the Korean market increased by 4%. Exports to the remaining markets in the top 10 main markets still fell sharply in September.
By the end of September 2021, shrimp exports reached 2.76 billion USD, up 2.7% over the same period in which vannamei shrimp increased by 10% to reach 2.13 billion USD, while black tiger shrimp decreased by 1.7%. reached 422.5 million USD. In the structure of Vietnam's exported shrimp products, vannamei shrimp accounted for 77.2%, black tiger shrimp accounted for 15.3%, and marine shrimp accounted for 7.5%.
Among the exported vannamei and black tiger shrimp products as of September this year, only the export value of live/fresh/frozen vannamei shrimp (HS code 03) increased by 20%, the rest of the products decreased compared to the previous year. with the same period last year. Demand for affordable vannamei shrimp products increased sharply during the Covid-19 epidemic season.
After declining in August, Vietnam's shrimp exports to the US in September 2021 recovered slightly, up 8% to $97.6 million. Accumulated in the first 9 months of the year, shrimp exports to the US reached over 775 million USD, up 22% over the same period.
Vietnam's shrimp exports to the EU in September 2021 decreased by 15% to 48.8 million USD. Although still decreasing, the rate of decrease was lower than that of August. In the first 9 months of this year, shrimp exports to this market reached nearly USD 408 million, up 10% over the same period. The three main import markets in the bloc are Germany, the Netherlands and Belgium. As of September this year, exports to Germany and Belgium increased by 22% and 2% respectively, exports to the Netherlands decreased by 1%.
(seafoo.vasep.com.vn) Ca Mau Province is stepping up efforts to protect aquatic resources and promote transparent and sustainable fisheries, joining the country’s efforts to have the European Commission (EC) remove its “yellow card” warning for illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing.
(vasep.com.vn) Vietnam has strengthened its position in China’s massive seafood market, becoming the largest lobster supplier while maintaining a dominant share of the country’s imported pangasius.
(vasep.com.vn) Vietfish 2026 was more than just a larger exhibition space. Through B2B meetings, booth discussions, production-chain visits and post-show feedback, businesses and buyers found something more concrete: suitable suppliers, processing capabilities, technology solutions, new markets and a foundation for building long-term trust and partnerships.
(vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s tilapia exports to the United States declined significantly in the first seven months of 2026. Cumulative export value reached US$18 million, down 42% from the same period in 2025. In July alone, exports amounted to just US$2 million, plunging 70%, indicating a clear slowdown in import demand from the US market.
(vasep.com.vn) At the seminar “Global Seafood Markets and the Future Workforce: Trends, Opportunities and Directions for the Sustainable Development of Vietnam’s Fisheries Sector,” held as part of VIETFISH 2026, Ms. Shirlene Maria Anthonysamy, Fisheries Officer (Markets) and GLOBEFISH Coordinator at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), presented initiatives aimed at promoting youth participation in fisheries and aquaculture.
(vasep.com.vn) In the first seven months of 2026, Vietnam’s pangasius exports to the United States reached US$189 million, down 8% year-on-year. In July alone, export value reached US$22 million, down 28%. This trend indicates that U.S. demand for pangasius imports has remained relatively cautious this year, as importers tend to maintain moderate inventory levels and limit stockpiling.
(vasep.com.vn) After three days at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City, the Vietnam International Fisheries Exhibition – VIETFISH 2026 – has successfully concluded, leaving a strong impression in terms of scale, visitor numbers, the quality of business connections, and innovative activities. With more than 14,000 m² of exhibition space, 335 companies, 568 booths, participation from representatives of 17 countries and territories, and nearly 15,000 visitors, VIETFISH 2026 has once again affirmed its role as an important meeting point for Vietnam’s and the global seafood industry.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Held as part of Vietfish 2026 from August 19–21 at SECC in Ho Chi Minh City, a series of five specialized seminars provided the seafood business community with updates on markets, technology, standards, human resources and cooperation opportunities. With the participation of experts, international organizations, government agencies and businesses from Vietnam and abroad, the seminars created an additional platform for professional exchange alongside the exhibition’s product showcases and business networking activities.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On the morning of August 19, 2026, the Vietnam International Seafood Exhibition – VIETFISH 2026 officially opened at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City. With 568 booths representing 335 companies, alongside the presence of senior government officials, local authorities, diplomatic missions and international partners, VIETFISH 2026 kicks off three days of business networking, technology exchange and market engagement under the overarching theme “Innovation and Sustainability.”
The Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP) officially announces that the Vietnam International Seafood Exhibition (Vietfish 2026) will take place from August 19–21, 2026, at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), Ho Chi Minh City.
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