Vietnam Aquaculture: Q1 Results, Q2 Priorities, and Key Government Assignments for 2025
25 April 2025 1675 View
In Q1, Vietnam's total seafood output reached nearly 2 million tons, a 2.8% increase compared to the same period last year. This includes:
Unforeseen Dangers of Using Liquid Chlorine in Aquaculture Water Treatment
25 April 2025 1464 View
In aquaculture, especially shrimp farming, chlorine is widely and commonly used by farms for water disinfection in powdered form, as it is a certified product with high safety standards and rarely releases toxic chlorine gas into the environment.
Bạc Liêu Develops Water Infrastructure to Boost Shrimp Industry
25 April 2025 1538 View
Mr. Phạm Văn Thiều, Chairman of the Bạc Liêu Provincial People's Committee, stated: “This project acts as an infrastructure catalyst, helping Bạc Liêu realize its goal of becoming the national shrimp industry hub.”
Why Is Feed Management Important in Shrimp Farming?
25 April 2025 1728 View
Feed plays a central role in shrimp ponds as it influences all other elements in the system—both abiotic (weather, hydrology, physical-chemical properties of the pond bottom and water) and biotic (plankton, bacteria, algae, etc.).
Proper Management of Brackish Water Shrimp Farming During Hot Weather Conditions
21 April 2025 1636 View
According to the Soc Trang Provincial Hydrometeorological Center, the hot season in 2025 is expected to follow the average trend of recent years, beginning in mid-to-late March and lasting until early May. The highest daytime temperatures could reach 36–36.5°C.
Vietnam Produces Over 335 Million Aquatic Seeds in Q1 2025
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According to the Fisheries and Fisheries Surveillance Sub-Department (under the Department of Agriculture and Environment), in the
Effective Use of Siphon Pits in High-Tech Intensive and Super-Intensive White-Leg Shrimp Farming
25 April 2025 1792 View
In high-tech intensive and super-intensive shrimp farming systems, shrimp are raised at very high stocking densities. This leads to the accumulation of uneaten feed, shrimp feces, dead shrimp, decaying algae, suspended solids, and sediment—all grouped under the term "organic matter." These materials settle at the pond bottom, especially with the help of paddlewheel aerators that generate circular water currents, and ponds are often designed with sloped bottoms that channel debris toward
Vietnam’s Shrimp Export Prices to the U.S. and China Rise Despite Sluggish Volumes
25 April 2025 1606 View
Vietnam’s white-leg shrimp exports in February declined compared to January but still rose year-over-year from February 2024, with average export prices increasing—driven primarily by strong price growth in the U.S. and China.
Cà Mau Takes Action to Safeguard Shrimp Industry Amid U.S. Tariff Pressure
25 April 2025 1529 View
On April 8, the People's Committee of Cà Mau Province released a report reviewing and assessing the potential impact on the local seafood sector if the United States imposes a 46% import tariff on Vietnamese goods.
Will U.S. Countervailing Duties Reshape the Global Shrimp Trade?
25 April 2025 1524 View
At 11:01 AM on April 9 (Vietnam time), President Donald Trump's countervailing duty policy officially took effect, including a 46% tariff on Vietnamese imports. Along with Vietnam, 85 other countries are now subject to significantly higher tariffs.
Taurine: Supporting the Reduction of Reproductive Waiting Time in Shrimp Broodstock
25 April 2025 1560 View
A study investigated the effects of dietary taurine supplementation on ovarian maturation and physiological responses in female Penaeus vannamei. A total of 180 broodstock shrimp (29.4 g average weight) were reared in 18 tanks of 250 liters at the Persian Gulf University to examine the impact of taurine in the diet. The shrimp were acclimated for 2 weeks and maintained in UV-sterilized seawater at 28.9°C, with 80% water exchanged daily, and under artificial lighting conditions (12 hours light/12
SHOULD PROBIOTICS BE USED IN SHRIMP PONDS DURING HOT WEATHER?
25 April 2025 1562 View
The prolonged heat wave across the country has led to a widespread increase in temperatures, which significantly raises the respiration rate of shrimp (especially white-leg shrimp) and accelerates biochemical reactions in the water, resulting in higher oxygen demand. This situation often causes oxygen depletion in the pond and increases the risk of shrimp experiencing heat shock.
Polychaetes in Shrimp Farming: Supporting Success Through Safer Practices
05 April 2025 1662 View
Polychaetes, or marine worms, are an essential part of shrimp farming, particularly as a key dietary component for broodstock. When fed live, polychaetes such as palolo worms, lugworms, and sand worms naturally enhance broodstock maturation, leading to increased offspring production and healthier shrimp populations. However, careful consideration of where and how these polychaetes are sourced can further strengthen shrimp farming practices — in particular biosecurity — ensuring long-term
How to Maintain the Water Quality for Vannamei Shrimp Ponds to Stay Optimal
05 April 2025 1418 View
Ponds are artificial ecosystems where vannamei shrimp grow until they are ready to be harvested. One of the efforts to protect the pond ecosystem is maintaining water quality. Therefore, farmers must know how to maintain pond water quality.
Does Weekly Sampling Really Cause Losses in Shrimp Farms?
31 March 2025 1668 View
One crucial aspect of vannamei shrimp farming is weekly sampling. Sampling, which is done by observing several shrimp as a representative of the whole cultivation, is carried out to assess shrimp growth and condition as well as calculate their feed requirements. Unfortunately, many farmers are reluctant to perform sampling because they believe that it can lead to shrimp mortality and financial losses. What is the right way to conduct sampling to avoid such losses?
Partial Harvest or Total Harvest? You Might Want to Consider These
31 March 2025 1712 View
Harvesting is the final stage in the cultivation process when farmers take shrimp that have been cultivated for some time. During harvesting, farmers can evaluate the cultivation process that has been carried out for their considerations to implement better SOPs in the next cycle.
Vannamei Shrimp Life Cycle: From Eggs to Adult Shrimp
31 March 2025 1521 View
The vannamei shrimp life cycle consists of several stages, starting from eggs to finally becoming adult shrimp. Every developmental stage has different characteristics.
Vibrio: The Cause of Shrimp Diseases and How to Prevent
31 March 2025 1661 View
Vibrio bacteria is the major threat lurking in shrimp farming besides viruses. Its presence harms shrimp and may cause a number of deadly diseases when the density is > 10⁴ CFU/mL. If left untreated, this disease will cause mass shrimp deaths and lead to economic losses for farmers.
Factors that Affect the Change of Salinity Level in Shrimp Ponds
31 March 2025 1546 View
One of the most significant aspects of shrimp farming is the monitoring of water quality. There are several parameters that need to be maintained to ensure that the quality of shrimp pond water remains ideal, one of which is salinity.
Vitamins for Vannamei Shrimp to Grow Faster
31 March 2025 1383 View
In shrimp cultivation, nutrition is one of the key factors that must be considered for optimal shrimp growth. In addition to proteins, lipids, and carbohydrates that shrimp can obtain from their feed, farmers also need to provide vitamins to support shrimp growth. Vitamins are typically mixed into the feed at a dose of around 3 g/1 kg of feed. What are the essential vitamins for vannamei shrimp to grow faster?
How to Get Rid of Moss in Shrimp Farms
31 March 2025 1448 View
Moss is one of the plants that can grow in shrimp farms. Excessive moss growth in farms can lead to loss in shrimp cultivation, as moss decreases water quality and hinders shrimp growth. Moss can be removed by improving and maintaining pond water quality, installing netting fences, and using biological agents. Learn more about how to prevent and get rid of moss in your shrimp farm through this article.
The Positive Impacts of Shrimp Farms for the Environment
25 March 2025 1630 View
Managing shrimp farms is not just about boosting productivity, it’s also about ensuring that cultivation operations have a positive impact on the surrounding environment. Since shrimp cultivation relies on various natural resources, every activity in the farm inevitably influences the surrounding ecosystem. What are the positive impacts of shrimp farming?
Nutritional Needs of Vannamei Shrimp for Optimal Growth
25 March 2025 1424 View
The nutritional needs of vannamei shrimp must always be considered by farmers to ensure optimal growth, especially in intensive and super-intensive cultivation systems.
5 Tips on Managing Vannamei Shrimp Ponds
25 March 2025 1555 View
Success when cultivating always depends on our way of managing vannamei shrimp ponds. Both in terms of technical and non-technical factors. Therefore, farmers need to have good pond planning and management.
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