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Vietnam’s aquatic output reaches 5.5 million tonnes amid push for sustainability

Vietnam's aquatic output has reached an estimated 5.5 million tonnes so far this year, including 3.93 million tonnes of fish and 793,400 tonnes of shrimp.

Workers process tra fish for export. (Photo: VNA)
Workers process tra fish for export. (Photo: VNA)

Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam’s fisheries sector has seen a 3.1% year-on-year increase in total output, reaching an estimated 5.5 million tonnes from the beginning of 2025 to date, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment.

This included 3.93 million tonnes of fish, up 2.8%, and 793,400 tonnes of shrimp, marking a 5.6% rise.

Despite the overall growth, the sector continues to face several challenges. Key issues include declining natural fishery resources, overfishing, low economic efficiency, weak logistics infrastructure, and fragmented, small-scale production.

To ensure sustainable development, local authorities nationwide are encouraging farmers to adopt environmentally friendly aquaculture technologies, such as closed-loop systems and organic farming models. They are also urging a reduction in the use of chemicals, veterinary drugs, and antibiotics in aquatic farming practices.

Following a strong rebound in the first half, the industry is striving to meet its full-year export target of 10.5 billion USD, a 4.3% increase from 2024. Having already earned 5.16 billion USD, it faces the critical task of generating over 5.4 billion USD in the second half./.

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