As covid-19 raged, Binh Thuan anchovies could not be exported and could not be sold as fish sauce in Vietnam

Published 2021년 6월 30일

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The article highlights the significant challenges faced by the anchovy industry and fish sauce production in Binh Thuan, Vietnam, due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The industry is experiencing difficulties in exporting anchovies and fishmeal to China and suffering from a decline in tourism, a crucial source of revenue for fish sauce sales. Social distancing measures have led to a decrease in demand for fish sauce in large markets like Ho Chi Minh City. As a result, the demand for raw anchovies has dropped, affecting both export and local fish sauce production. The delayed southern fishing season and concerns over a potential bad season for anchovies further exacerbate the challenges. The article also mentions the significant price drops in anchovies and the hesitation of fish sauce establishments to buy, leading to concerns and uncertainty among fishermen.

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In addition to the need for drying for export, Binh Thuan anchovies are also the main source of raw materials for making fish sauce. However, due to the impact of the Covid-19 epidemic, the export of anchovies and fishmeal mainly to China encountered difficulties. Meanwhile, fish sauce production facilities in Binh Thuan province rely heavily on tourism activities. Mr. Huynh Duc Ngoc, owner of the traditional Ngoc Dinh fish sauce establishment in Ho Chi Minh City. Phan Thiet said that traditional fish sauce is being seriously affected. Accordingly, localities such as Ham Tien, Phan Thiet and Mui Ne mainly sell fish sauce to tourists as gifts. Tourists travel peak during the summer. But now, many tourist facilities have to close, and the roads are deserted. Accompanying services such as trading fish sauce also suffered. Large markets like Ho Chi Minh City are also implementing social distancing to prevent Covid-19. Restaurants closed, so the demand for fish sauce dropped sharply. ...

Source: Danviet