(seafood.vasep.com.vn) According to the Binh Dinh Statistics Office, the total aquatic product output in August 2024 is estimated at 28,738.6 tons, up 2.2% (up 614 tons) over the same period. In the first 8 months of 2024, the total aquatic product output is estimated at 201,433.1 tons, up 2.7% (up 5,366.8 tons).

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Can Tho's seafood export output in the past 9 months is estimated at 118,000 tons with a turnover of over US$ 387 million. Many aquaculture areas of Can Tho have VietGAP standards to meet the requirements for export, increasing the value of aquaculture products in the area.

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Tra Vinh’s estimated seafood production in August 2024 reached 27,416 tons, including 22,455 tons from aquaculture and 4,961 tons from fishing.

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Currently, Soc Trang province plans to expand its shrimp farming area from over 50,000 hectares to 57,000 hectares by 2025, aiming for a production of 233,800 tons and maintaining a $1 billion export value. The project will establish 45 climate-resilient shrimp farming models and ensure all farms meet aquaculture standards for traceability.

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In July 2024, Vietnam's fish cake and surimi exports declined. The export value reached just over 24 million USD, down 3% over the same period. In the first 7 months of 2024, the cumulative export of this product group reached 152 million USD, down 13%.

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) The "Cooking Show - Tasting delicious seafood" area at Vietfish 2024 organized by VASEP has always been a favorite highlight for visitors, especially domestic consumers. This area is not only a place to showcase a variety of flavors and high-quality Vietnamese products that are renowned in the global market but also a venue where consumers can experience captivating and visually appealing culinary performances by professional chefs.

(vasep.com.vn) According to the Binh Dinh Statistics Office, the total fishery production in July 2024 was estimated at 26,226.7 tons, a 2.2% increase (574 tons) compared to the same period last year. Cumulatively, for the first seven months of 2024, the total fishery production was estimated at 172,723.1 tons, a 2.9% increase (4,786.4 tons) year-on-year.

(seafood.com.vn) Decision no 1587/QD-UBND approving the Investment and Upgrading Plan for Fisheries Infrastructure until 2030, with a vision to 2045, of the People’s Committee of Ca Mau Province was announced on August 9, 2024. The objective is to complete the construction of 13 fishing ports.

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In the past 7 months, the weather situation did not fluctuate much, contributing to ensuring favorable conditions for fishing and aquaculture activities in Da Nang. The total output of fisheries and aquaculture in the past 7 months increased compared to the same period last year.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) has expressed its regret that the US Department of Commerce (DOC) on August 2 issued a determination according to which although many positive changes have been recorded in Vietnam's economy in recent years, Vietnam continues to be classified as a non-market economy.

The Indonesian Minister of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries has recognized Vietnam's efforts to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing.

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam seafood exports to China witnessed an 8.4% increase in the first half of this year, reaching nearly 690 million USD. While pangasius accounting for 35% of the total with over 243 million USD, a 7.4% decline, live seafood showed promising growth. Frozen seafood exports, however, faced a decrease due to lower prices.

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam aquaculture production experienced a steady 3.4% growth in July 2024, reaching an estimated 490,700 tons.

(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam's seafood exports in July 2024 reached over $885 million, up 14% compared to the same period in 2023. This is the highest growth rate in the past 6 months and the month with the highest export value since the beginning of the year. Cumulatively in the first 7 months of 2024, Vietnam’s seafood exports reached $5.28 billion, up 7% compared to the same period 2023.