Vietnam’s Seafood Industry Targets $14–16 Billion in Exports by 2030
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On the morning of June 12 in Ho Chi Minh City, the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP) held its 7th General Assembly for the 2025–2030 term, under the motto: “Proactive Adaptation – Innovation – Sustainable Development.”
Tropical Storm No.1 Brings Torrential Rains to Central Vietnam
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Provinces from Hà Tĩnh to Bình Định and the northern Central Highlands are bracing themselves against extreme weather impacts, as the aquaculture sector is urged to swiftly implement preventative measures to minimize damage.
Early-Season Shrimp Fetch Good Prices, Farmers Eagerly Harvesting
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At the shrimp farming area in Ky Ha commune (Ky Anh town), Mr. Mai Van Toan recently harvested nearly 1.2 tons of market-size shrimp. “The shrimp reached an average size of 40–45 pcs/kg and were bought by traders at over VND 160,000/kg—about VND 10,000–15,000 higher than last year,” said Mr. Toan. “Prices are quite good and the consumption is favorable, giving farmers confidence to invest in the next stocking cycle.”
Greening Shrimp Processing Technology: Turning Australia into a Strategic Market
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If the U.S. market becomes more difficult to access due to new tax policies, Australia may serve as a trade cushion—helping to absorb the shock and maintain Vietnam’s shrimp export momentum. The Australian market is considered more stable, less affected by political turmoil, and has a transparent legal system, which reduces long-term risks for Vietnamese enterprises. Although Australia's population is only about 25.7 million, it remains a potential consumer market as consumers are
Developing Cage Aquaculture in Irrigation Reservoirs: Toward Zoning and Traceability Codes
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According to the Fisheries Sub-Department (Department of Agriculture and Environment), Bình Định province currently has 164 irrigation reservoirs with capacities of over 50,000 m³, totaling more than 682 million m³ of water. Among these, 63 large reservoirs are managed by Bình Định Irrigation Works Exploitation Company Ltd., while the remainder are overseen by local authorities. In addition to their primary roles in agricultural water storage and electricity generation,
China’s Strong Appetite for Vietnamese Lobsters
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Vietnam’s shrimp exports recorded impressive growth in the first four months of 2025, reaching over $1.3 billion, a 34% increase compared to the same period in 2024, according to the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP).
Microbial Solutions – Boosting Shrimp Farming Performance
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The study titled “Probiotics in feed and bioremediation in water improve growth, biomass, survival, water chemistry, and microbial communities in whiteleg shrimp in Vietnam”, presented by Ana Rodiles, research scientist at Lallemand Animal Nutrition, focuses on shrimp grow-out phases. It highlights that applying targeted bioremediation bacteria in water and specific probiotics in feed is an effective alternative to antibiotics—supporting shrimp performance and resilience against
A Deep Dive into China's Shrimp Farming Industry
17 June 2025 1098 View
According to Dr. Luca Micciche, Technical Director at Verdesian Life Sciences, China’s total shrimp production in 2024 is expected to reach 2.5 million tons, with whiteleg shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) accounting for a dominant 93% of that output.
Soft-Shell Crab Farming in Plastic Bins in Thạnh Phú: A Success Story
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Since 2021, Mr. Đào Phước Xoàn began experimenting with soft-shell crab farming. After four years of self-directed research, trial-and-error, and numerous failures, he has now mastered the technical skills and essential experience to raise soft-shell crabs successfully.
Profit Breakthrough with All-Male Giant Freshwater Prawn Farming
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Giant freshwater prawns (Macrobrachium rosenbergii) are highly adaptable to freshwater environments, and have also been domesticated for brackish water farming with impressive growth performance. Compared to black tiger shrimp and whiteleg shrimp, this species offers several advantages — easier to farm, faster growth rates, less susceptibility to disease, and rapid adaptation to varied environments and water sources.
Shrimp Farmers Seeking a Sustainable Path Forward
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In recent years, Vietnam’s shrimp farming industry has faced mounting difficulties, including unpredictable weather, environmental issues, disease outbreaks, and market volatility — all of which have significantly impacted farmers. Over the past two years especially, the sharp drop in raw shrimp prices has negatively affected farmers’ confidence and willingness to invest.
Tips to Protect Farmed Aquatic Species During Hot Weather
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Regularly check and maintain environmental parameters within suitable thresholds. Keep pond water levels at a minimum of 1.3–1.5 meters. Increase paddlewheel aerator operation to prevent thermal stratification and enhance dissolved oxygen levels. Use probiotics to treat both water and pond bottom.
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