Festive Demand and Strategic Growth Fuel Optimism for Year-End Surge

Vietnam’s shrimp sector is experiencing a powerful comeback in the Chinese market, bouncing back after early-year challenges to post robust growth in the latter half of 2024. Shrimp exports, which initially faced a dip in May, surged in June and saw even stronger momentum in July and August. With demand continuing to climb, especially ahead of China’s National Day celebrations, Vietnam’s shrimp exports are on track for a strong finish this year.

Shrimp and Pangasius Lead Growth as Sector Rebounds Strongly

Vietnam’s seafood export industry has made an impressive recovery in 2024, with export values surpassing $7 billion by the end of September. This marks a significant turnaround after recent global disruptions, with key products like shrimp and pangasius driving growth. As of September, seafood exports had reached $866 million, reflecting a 6.4% increase year-on-year, pushing the total value for the first nine months of 2024 to $7.16 billion.

Vietnam's pangasius exports have seen remarkable growth in 2024, setting the stage for the industry to potentially hit its ambitious US$2 billion export target by the year’s end. August alone witnessed an impressive 12% year-on-year increase in Vietnamese pangasius exports, generating US$191 million in revenue, according to the latest report from industry experts.

Vietnam has cemented its status as a dominant force in the global seafood industry, particularly in the supply of whitefish to Colombia. The growing demand for frozen pangasius from Vietnam has not only elevated Vietnam’s standing in the Colombian market but has also demonstrated the critical role Vietnamese seafood plays in global trade.

Vietnam’s seafood industry is entering a pivotal phase as global demand rebounds and new market opportunities arise. With rising input costs and shifting consumer preferences, exporters must remain agile and focus on quality and transparency to maintain a competitive edge

As consumers in Vietnam and abroad increasingly value transparency in seafood products, ensuring clear, trustworthy sourcing and sustainability practices will be key to sustaining this momentum.

Vietnam's shrimp export industry continues to thrive, with significant growth recorded in multiple markets. According to recent reports, Vietnam’s shrimp exports reached USD 404 million in August 2024 alone, a remarkable 20% increase compared to the same period last year. This marks the highest monthly export value since the start of the year and the strongest growth rate since February. Cumulatively, Vietnam’s shrimp exports exceeded USD 2.4 billion in the first eight months of 2024, reflecting a 10% rise year-on-year.

In the final months of 2024, pangasius exports from Vietnam are seeing a strong recovery in two of the world's largest whitefish markets: China and the United States. Both countries are key destinations for whitefish, with Vietnam maintaining its position as the second-largest supplier, primarily through its exports of frozen pangasius fillets.

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