Vietnam: Cheap whitefish dominates the Chinese market

Chinese whitefish processors, along with global exporters of pangasius and other low-cost whitefish, are taking advantage of growing demand for these products in China. Expansion trend of restaurant chains Li Zhiwen, deputy general manager of Yangjiang Xincheng Aquatic Producers, shared at a pangasius forum in Wuhan that the current potential for whitefish sales is almost limitless. The strong growth of China's mass-market seafood restaurant chains is a major factor driving this trend. “This trend shows no signs of stopping, as slowing economic growth is likely to continue to drive demand for lower-end whitefish species,” he said. Informal restaurant chains serving cheap seafood dishes are increasingly popular in China. Tai Er, a famous restaurant chain, is expected to open another 100 domestic restaurants and 20 overseas restaurants this year. Meanwhile, Xiao Yu Hao, with its menu of stewed and grilled fish dishes, is also aiming for major expansion. Huang Junben, co-founder of ...