The increase in the world market's demand for catfish has resulted in a marked increase in the prices of such products. In the domestic market, one kilo of the catfish is sold for VND15,500-16,000, the highest price so far. It is expected that the market will continue to change in farmers' favour.
Last year,
Experts from VASEP said that exporters are no longer concerned about outlets for their products; instead, they should attach more importance to trademarks, as well as, prestige and quality of products.
VASEP has urged farmers and businesses to closely control quality, production and food hygiene during the whole process from raising to processing and preserving.
For the sustainable development of tra and basa catfish production, the fisheries sector is responsible for ensuring the stable supply of materials and founding long-term cooperation among farmers, fish food suppliers and processors, in addition to its obligation to supervise food safety and hygiene.
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