seafood
The Seafood category covers fishing, aquaculture, exports, and market trends in the seafood industry. It explores supply chain developments, sustainability practices, government regulations, and trade agreements, providing insights into demand trends, pricing, and global competitiveness.
Vietnam seafood exports up nearly 9 percent MoM in April 2026
Vietnam exported seafood to the tune of US$1,011 million in April, up from US$927 million in March, a change of 9.11 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam seafood imports reached US$278.61 million in April 2026, down 2.98 percent compared to March
Vietnam imported seafood to the tune of US$279 million in April, down from US$287 million in March, a change of -2.98 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Processed seafood production in Vietnam up 3.07 percent in April 2026
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.
Aquaculture feed production in Vietnam up 14.18 percent in March / year-on-year +5.96%, YTD +9.07%
Vietnam produced 779.60 thousand tonnes of aquaculture feed in March, up 14.18 percent from 682.80 thousand tonnes in February 2026, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Seafood production in Vietnam up 14.62 percent in March / year-on-year +23.64%, YTD +23.36%
Vietnam produced 662.25 thousand tonnes of processed seafood in March, up 14.62 percent from 577.78 thousand tonnes in February 2026, according to the National Statistics Office of Vietnam.
Vietnam seafood imports up 70.26 percent in March 2026 / India +86.96%, Japan +76.21%
Vietnam imported seafood to the tune of US$287 million in March, up from US$169 million in February, a change of 70.26 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam seafood exports up 31.16 percent MoM in March 2026 / China -11.44%, USA 65.57%
Vietnam exported seafood to the tune of US$927 million in March, up from US$707 million in February, a change of 31.16 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam fishery products exports down 30.09 percent MoM in February 2026 / China 0.31%, Japan -44.35%
Vietnam exported fishery products to the tune of US$707 million in February, down from US$1,011 million in January, a change of -30.09 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Aquaculture feed production in Vietnam up 12.22 percent in February / year-on-year +6.42%, YTD +13.66%
Vietnam produced 814.21 thousand tonnes of aquaculture feed in February, up 12.22 percent from 725.52 thousand tonnes in January, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Processed seafood production in Vietnam up 8.14 percent in February / year-on-year +17.39%, YTD +24.78%
Vietnam produced 643.78 thousand tonnes of processed seafood in February, up 8.14 percent from 595.34 thousand tonnes in January, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam Seafood Processing 2026: Exports, Key Players & Regional Production
Vietnam is a major exporter of seafood products, with the US, China, Japan, and South Korea as primary markets. The industry offers a vast array of seafood, from shrimp and catfish to tuna and squid. Aquaculture has grown in importance, substantially contributing to overall seafood production. Employing millions, primarily women, the industry significantly impacts the socioeconomic landscape.
Fishery products exports from Vietnam up 5.92% in January 2026 / China +20.83% Japan +15.30%
Vietnam exported fishery products to the tune of US$1,011 million in January, up from US$954 million in December, a change of 5.92 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Processed seafood production in Vietnam down 9.75 percent in January
Vietnam produced 686.83 thousand tons of processed seafood in January, down 9.75 percent from 761.00 thousand tons in December, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Aquaculture feed production in Vietnam down 0.38 percent in December
Vietnam produced 806.19 thousand tons of aquaculture feed in December, down 0.38 percent from 809.29 thousand tons in November, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Fishery products exports from Vietnam down 3.59 percent in December, China / Japan top buyers
Vietnam exported fishery products to the tune of US$954 million in December, down from US$990 million in November, a change of -3.59 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Processed seafood production in Vietnam down 5.34 percent in December
Vietnam produced 697.25 thousand tons of processed seafood in December, down 5.34 percent from 736.58 thousand tons in November, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Fishery products exports from Vietnam down 14.61 percent in November, China and Japan top buyers
Vietnam exported fishery products to the tune of US$990 million in November, down from US$1,159 million in October, a change of -14.61 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Processed seafood production in Vietnam up 3.86 percent in November
Vietnam produced 695.71 thousand tons of processed seafood in November, up 3.86 percent from 669.84 thousand tons in October, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Aquaculture feed production in Vietnam up 3.56 percent in October
Vietnam produced 890.27 thousand tons of aquaculture feed in October, up 3.56 percent from 859.70 thousand tons in September, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Processed seafood production in Vietnam up 3.57 percent in October
Vietnam produced 682.92 thousand tons of processed seafood production in October, up 3.57 percent from 659.40 thousand tons in September, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
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