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On September 23, in Quang Nam, Vietnam, Kim Hoang held a handover ceremony for the first shipment of 2.5 million Mebi One shrimp seeds to Yong Sing Seafood Co., Ltd in Taiwan. This shipment, valued at USD 10,000, signifies the official entry of Mebi One shrimp seeds into the Taiwanese market.
A Technological Leap in Shrimp Breeding
The Mebi One shrimp breed is produced through an advanced, modern, and closed process, ensuring superior quality. The parent shrimp are imported from the United States, and the breeding process is rigorously managed by a team of leading experts. This approach guarantees a consistent and disease-free output, aligning with Kim Hoang’s vision of delivering high-quality shrimp seeds capable of succeeding in even the most demanding farming environments.
Kim Hoang has set an ambitious target for the next two years. By 2025, the company aims to export shrimp seeds to Taiwan worth USD 300,000.
Proven Success in Taiwanese Farms
The success of Mebi One shrimp seeds in Taiwan comes after more than a year of rigorous testing at local shrimp farms. During this period, the breed has demonstrated strong development potential, meeting the expectations of farm owners. On the back of these successful trials, Kim Hoang and Yong Sing Seafood. formalized their collaboration through a commercial agreement, paving the way for future development of Mebi One in Taiwan.
Kim Hoang’s shrimp seed production facility, located in Binh Nam commune, spans 8.5 hectares. Of this, 4.5 hectares are dedicated to shrimp seed production, while the remaining 4 hectares are used for auxiliary works, experimental areas, and technology transfer. The facility includes infrastructure investments that support high-tech shrimp breeding, such as algae culture and artemia production areas. This integrated setup enables Kim Hoang to produce up to 5 billion post-larvae annually.
Looking Ahead: Expanding Global Ambitions
Mr. Huynh Cong Tuan, Chairman of Kim Hoang Aquatic Breeding Joint Stock Company, emphasized that the collaboration with Yong Sing Seafood is only the beginning. He believes the successful entry into the Taiwanese market will lay the groundwork for further expansion into other international shrimp seed markets. Confident in the quality of their product and the strength of their partnership with Yong Sing, Kim Hoang aims to introduce high-quality Vietnamese shrimp seeds to consumers worldwide.