Pangasius

Mekong delta’s pangasius export Opportunities and challenges
08:57 12/09/2024

International Development and Investment Corporation (IDI), a key member of the Sao Mai Group, has consistently ranked among the largest seafood producers and exporters in Vietnam.

(seafood.vasep .com.vn) The return of Donald Trump to the White House for a second term will bring significant impacts on Vietnam, particularly its pangasius export sector. Trump's economic policies, such as raising import tariffs, reducing corporate income taxes, and attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) back to the US, are expected to directly influence various industries in Vietnam.

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) According to Vietnam Customs, pangasius exports to Canada reached over 1 million USD in the first half of October 2024, a 33% decrease compared to the same period last year. However, by October 15, 2024, total pangasius exports to Canada had reached 32 million USD, reflecting a 10% increase compared to the same period in 2023.

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) The Dong Thap Pangasius Festival 2024, themed 'Dong Thap Pangasius: Green Journey - Green Value', will take place on November 16-17 in Hong Ngu City.

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Under the theme "Dong Thap Pangasius: Green Journey - Green Value," the Dong Thap Pangasius Festival 2024 will take place over two days, November 16th and 17th, at Vo Nguyen Giap Square in Hong Ngu City.

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) According to data from Vietnam Customs, pangasius exports to Iraq have surged significantly in the first nine months of 2024, marking the highest levels seen in three years. This upward trend has positioned Iraq as a key market for Vietnamese pangasius, even surpassing Iran, traditionally regarded as a gateway for trade between Vietnam and the Middle East.

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Pangasius, a popular whitefish species favored in many global markets and a signature fish of Vietnam, faces stiff competition from other whitefish varieties such as cod, hake, and tilapia. However, Vietnamese pangasius has emerged as the top choice among whitefish imported by Brazil.

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnamese pangasius exports in September 2024 reached $172 million, a 3% increase compared to September 2023. The total value of pangasius exports by the end of the third quarter of 2024 was $1.5 billion, marking an 8% year-on-year increase.

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In September 2024, Vietnam pangasius exports to Singapore reached $3 million, marking an 11% decrease compared to the same period in 2023. This marks the fourth consecutive month of negative growth in pangasius exports to this market, following slight increases of 14% and 2% in July and August 2024, respectively. The total value of Vietnamese pangasius exports in the first nine months of this year was $26 million, down 4% compared to the same period last year.

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vinh Hoan Corp is currently the largest exporter of Vietnamese pangasius fillet to the US, with a market share significantly higher than other listed companies.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s shrimp exports during the eight-month period of the year to China soared by 21% to reach US$477 million against the same period from last year, according to figures released by the General Department of Vietnam Customs.

The U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) has said Vietnamese exporters do not dump pangasius into U.S. market.

Value-added pangasius products, including dried fish maws and fish skin snacks, are increasingly popular among international consumers, according to the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP).

With pangasius exports soaring by 9% to reach nearly US$1.3 billion during the initial eight months of the year, Vietnam is likely to achieve the set target of earning US$2 billion from the export of the fish this year, according to the General Department of Vietnam Customs.

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vinh Hoan Corporation (code VHC) has announced its business results for August with revenue of VND1,172 billion, up 5% compared to the previous month and up 31% compared to the same period last year.


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