(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On July 29, the C.P. VIETNAM CORPORATION– Ben Tre aqua – feed mill branch – was awarded the ASC Feed certification, one of the most rigorous international benchmarks for responsible and sustainable aqua-feed production.

(seafood.vasep.vom.vn) In an effort to boost the domestic market and reduce reliance on exports, on the morning of August 1, 2025, the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT), in collaboration with the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP), held a conference titled “Promoting seafood consumption for domestic demand” in Ho Chi Minh City.

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) According to data from the International Trade Centre (ITC), U.S imports of white fish in the first five months of this year reached 810 million USD, up 15% compared to the same period last year. China remains the largest supplier of white fish to the US during this period. The most popular white fish product among US consumers is frozen tilapia fillets - HS030461.

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In the first half of 2025, Vietnam's shrimp exports to the EU reached over 252 million USD, up 16% compared to the same period last year, accounting for 12% of the country's total shrimp export value. The EU is considered the most stable growth market for Vietnamese shrimp in the first half of 2025.

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Binh Dinh province is focusing on developing a red tilapia farming chain in the Dinh Binh reservoir (Vinh Thanh district), aiming to meet food safety standards for export to Europe and other developed countries.

(seafood.vasep.com) In the first six months of 2025, Vietnam’s squid and octopus exports achieved positive results, reaching a total value of 335 million USD, a 16% increase compared to the same period in 2024. Of this, squid accounted for 58% with a value of 194 million USD (up 24%), while octopus made up 42% with 141 million USD (up 7%). However, these results were not consistent across all markets, clearly reflecting the opportunities, challenges and technical barriers currently affecting export businesses.

(seafood.vasep.com) In June 2025, Vietnam’s tuna exports experienced a sharp decline after a period of slowing growth. According to statistics from Vietnam Customs, tuna export turnover in June reached over 67 million USD - down 21% compared to the same month in 2024. However, for the first six months of 2025, the total tuna export value totaled 473 million USD, nearly equivalent to the same period last year, reflecting a slight increase of 0.2%.

(seafood.vasep.com) According to Vietnam Customs data, in June 2025, Vietnam’s pangasius export value reached 194 million USD, a 13% increase compared to June 2024. Cumulative exports for the first half of 2025 totaled 1.023 billion USD, up 11% from the same period in 2024. Despite a challenging global trade environment with ongoing risks, Vietnam’s pangasius exports recorded positive results in the first six months of 2025.

(seafood.vasep.com) In the first half of 2025, Vietnam’s seafood exports to the United States reached 905 million USD, a 17.5% increase compared to the same period in 2024. This positive growth was primarily driven by a surge in orders in May, as businesses from both countries rushed to finalize transactions before the U.S. implemented countervailing tariffs starting July 9, 2025 - a tariff deadline announced by the U.S. government back in April. However, this short-term acceleration also highlights the increasingly unstable and risky trade landscape, heavily impacted by the new tariff policies under President Donald Trump’s administration.

(seafood.vasep.com) In the context of global integration, media is becoming a key factor in elevating the position of Vietnam’s seafood industry, expanding markets and building a sustainable brand. Beyond serving as a “bridge” between businesses and customers, media serves as a powerful tool for shaping image, spreading value and affirming the quality of Vietnamese seafood products on the global stage. With the goal of surpassing 10 billion USD in export revenue in 2025, Vietnamese seafood enterprises are facing a golden opportunity to reposition their brand and conquer new heights.