December 30, 2025

 

De Heus in agreement concerning sustainable development of shrimp industry value chain in Vietnam

 

De Heus and Minh Phu have signed a cooperation agreement to promote the sustainable development of Vietnam's shrimp industry value chain.

 

Under the agreement, De Heus will provide Minh Phu with advanced nutritional solutions, high-quality aquafeed, and technical support services. Minh Phu will use De Heus shrimp feed products across its farming areas.

 

In addition, the two companies will collaborate on pilot programmes, technology transfer, farming area development, and initiatives to enhance the value of Vietnamese shrimp products in international markets. The partnership is expected to improve aquaculture efficiency, ensure stable production, and strengthen Vietnam's position in the global shrimp market.

 

The close integration of all stages of production—from broodstock and farming to processing and export—together with supporting inputs such as feed, additives, supplies, and technology, will help create a sustainable value chain, the companies said in a press release.

 

Speaking at the signing ceremony, Johan van den Ban, general director of De Heus Vietnam and Asia, said: "We are delighted to cooperate with Minh Phu, a leading enterprise in Vietnam's aquaculture and seafood processing sector. Combining De Heus' strengths in nutrition and technical solutions with Minh Phu's experience, scale, and processing, and export capabilities will create a sustainable shrimp value chain—from feed and farming techniques to processing and access to international markets. This partnership will be a strong driver of sustainable development, increasing the value and competitiveness of Vietnam's shrimp industry and enabling it to meet the demands of high-end global markets."

 

In addition to this agreement, De Heus and Minh Phu are collaborating with the Department of Science and Technology, the Department of Agriculture and Environment of Ca Mau, SAEN Company, and other partners to implement and expand a super-intensive, recirculating aquaculture model for whiteleg shrimp using RAS-IMTA technology in Ca Mau. The project will cover a total area of 1,500 hectares. It aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, minimise environmental pollution, and establish raw material production zones that meet ASC and BAP standards for export, particularly to premium markets such as the European Union, the United States, and Japan.

 

Beyond shrimp production, the two companies are also working together on research and development of salt-tolerant tilapia farming systems. This collaboration covers farming techniques, nutrition, and disease prevention and treatment, with the goal of developing a Vietnamese tilapia brand adapted to climate change and suited to both domestic and international markets.

"Saltwater tilapia farming offers new opportunities to increase farmers' incomes while supporting sustainable, environmentally responsible aquaculture," the companies said. "Tilapia's natural water-filtering ability helps improve pond water quality, reduce pathogens, and support successful shrimp harvests. In addition, the high quality of tilapia meat helps diversify Vietnam's seafood offerings and shows strong potential as a new specialty product for global markets."

 

The two partners will also collaborate to build supply chains and develop distribution channels in major markets through supermarket networks. At the same time, they will jointly research advanced farming technologies, nutrition, and disease management, engage leading experts, and implement technical training programmes to strengthen staff capabilities and improve production and management efficiency.

 

- Aquafeed.com