Vietnam produced 685.45 thousand tonnes of processed seafood in April, up 3.07 percent from 665.04 thousand tonnes in March 2026, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Year-to-date output reached 2,569.93 thousand tonnes by the end of April.
Vietnam’s processed seafood industry
Vietnam’s seafood industry is a key export-oriented sector, supported by abundant marine resources and established aquaculture production.
The country specialises in products such as shrimp, pangasius, and tuna, with processing facilities geared towards international standards and markets.
Production is influenced by global demand, input costs, and regulatory requirements in major export destinations.
Ongoing investment in technology and value-added processing is helping the industry move up the value chain and strengthen competitiveness.
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The data
TABLE: Vietnam processed seafood production in 2026
| Unit | April 2026 | March 2026 | MoM | YTD | Apr 26 / 25 | 4M 26 / 25 | |
| processed seafood | tonnes / 000s | 685.45 | 665.04 | 3.07% | 2,569.93 | 19.75% | 22.50% |