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US Tariff Policy Changes in 2025 The recent US tariff adjustments significantly impact Vietnam’s seafood trade relationships. With Vietnam exporting $8.6 billion worth of seafood annually, understanding these policy changes is crucial for maintaining competitive advantage. Key Statistics: Vietnam ranks ...

Sustainable seafood farming has become the cornerstone of Vietnam’s aquaculture industry, with the country producing over 8.2 million tons annually through environmentally responsible practices. Vietnam’s Sustainable Aquaculture Leadership Certification Standards ASC (Aquaculture Stewardship Council) certificationBAP (Best Aquaculture Practices) standardsGlobalGAP complianceEU ...

Major Seafood Certifications Comparison CertificationFocusGlobal RecognitionASCEnvironmental & SocialEurope, North AmericaBAPFood Safety & EnvironmentUSA, CanadaHACCPFood SafetyWorldwide In the world of international seafood trade, ensuring quality is paramount. Buyers from across the globe need confidence that seafood they import meets stringent safety ...

Certifications can feel like alphabet soup — ASC, BAP, HACCP, GlobalG.A.P., EU approval numbers. But knowing which ones actually matter for your market can save you from expensive mistakes.I managed operations at Espersen Vietnam, an EU-certified facility, for over 8 ...

Most sourcing problems I’ve seen happen not because the product is bad — but because the buyer didn’t understand where in the supply chain things could go wrong.After 8+ years managing operations at Espersen Vietnam, I’ve seen every stage of ...

In the shrimp industry, various abbreviations are commonly used to describe the processing and presentation of shrimp. These standardized terms help in trading, packaging, and culinary contexts by providing clear and consistent descriptions across different markets. Here are some of ...

For live seafood, China currently requires management across the entire production chain, from farming/harvesting to collection, transportation, packaging, and export consumption. According to statistics from the Department of Quality Management, Processing, and Market Development (NAFIQPM), as of the end of ...