(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Favorable weather conditions in the early months of 2026 have brought encouraging signs for fisheries activities in Quang Tri. Output has grown steadily, contributing to improved livelihoods for local residents.
According to the Quang Tri Sub-Department of Fisheries and Fisheries Surveillance, during the first quarter of 2026, weather conditions at sea were relatively stable, with moderate waves and light winds, creating favorable conditions for fishing operations. As a result, total aquatic production from capture and aquaculture reached 30,709 tons, up 2.4% year-on-year. Of this, capture fisheries accounted for 25,177 tons, recording a similar growth rate.
Field observations in coastal localities show that fishing activities have been vibrant since the beginning of the year. Many vessels have continuously headed offshore, operating both day and night with high efficiency.
Mr. Hoang Ngoc An, a fisherman in Cua Viet commune, shared: “Since the beginning of the year, favorable weather has helped fishing trips go smoothly. In particular, catches have been abundant, bringing in significant income. On average, each trip my boat can catch 2–3 tons of fish, sometimes reaching 5–7 tons.” This is considered a positive signal, encouraging fishermen to stay at sea and look forward to a productive fishing season.
Meanwhile, Nguyen Trung, a fisherman in Dong Hoi ward, noted that this year’s weather has been relatively favorable, with plentiful fish stocks, enabling vessels to operate continuously at sea. His most recent trip landed more than 7 tons of various species, generating nearly VND 300 million in revenue.
Currently, Quang Tri has 4,643 fishing vessels with a length of 6 meters or more, including 1,352 vessels over 15 meters in length—these are the main offshore fishing fleet. Since the beginning of the year, thanks to favorable weather, local fishing capacity has continued to improve, contributing to higher output and value of fisheries production.
To maintain growth and ensure sustainable development, the Sub-Department of Fisheries and Fisheries Surveillance is actively coordinating with relevant agencies and local authorities to implement a range of synchronized measures. In particular, weather forecasting and the provision of information on fishing grounds and aquatic resources are being strengthened to help fishermen proactively plan their fishing activities effectively.
In addition, the sector encourages fishermen to apply science and technology, invest in modern equipment for fishing and post-harvest preservation, thereby improving product quality and increasing economic value.
Ensuring safety for fishermen at sea is also a top priority. Fishing vessels are guided to be fully equipped with communication devices and life-saving equipment to respond promptly to unexpected situations. At the same time, mutual support among fishermen during fishing operations continues to be promoted, helping improve efficiency and reduce risks.
Notably, efforts to raise awareness among fishermen about complying with legal regulations in fishing activities and combating illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing have been emphasized. This is considered an important step toward sustainable fisheries development and the protection of marine resources.