Multinational retail chain Walmart is looking for more seafood and other food products from Vietnam to meet its rising demand globally. Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade and Walmart jointly held a seminar on 17 July in Ho Chi Minh City, titled “Strategies to cooperate with retail chain Walmart,” according to a government statement.
Walmart wants to see more products from Vietnam in its global supply chain – including seafood, food, household appliances, furniture, and toys – Johnny Fung, senior director of Walmart Global Sourcing, said during the seminar. In 2018, Walmart was operating in 28 countries with a sales value of USD 500 billion (EUR 444 billion), serving an average of 270 million customers per week. At present, the demand for new products and suppliers is huge, Fung said.
The most challenging issue for Vietnamese seafood companies is the compliance with standards, such as those for sustainable development and social responsibility, said To Tuong Lan, Vice General Secretary of the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP). But Fung said Walmart has been working with numerous Vietnamese partners and is willing to address their concerns in approaching its distribution system. In addition, it is ready to provide support to improve suppliers’ production capabilities and technologies, raise awareness in labor safety, and protect labor rights, Fung explained.
Ta Hoang Linh, director of the Vietnamese ministry’s European and American market department, said the Vietnamese market had gained significant interest from the world’s global retailers, including Walmart. The seminar is part of the government’s plan to facilitate more participation of Vietnamese suppliers in global value chains, added Linh. The ministry will support Walmart in setting up a system of qualified suppliers to gradually increase the share of Vietnamese goods in its distribution network globally.
Every country, tradition, and culture has its art and aesthetics of seafood, and especially fish. All regions, religions, and castes have their importance in seafood cuisines. From Britain to New Zealand, fish dishes have their importance. It is a major source of food in most countries. It is good for summer as well as winter cooking. It is safe and easy to prepare and cook with sauces, vegetables, and spices. Fish offers a delicious, nutritious meal that is beneficial for health. These are low-fat and give an enormous amount of energy. It also provides a super source of OMEGA 3 fatty acids.
Most people prefer bluefin tuna as a major source of their food. It is supposed to be the largest tuna available and is highly delicious when cooked. It is also an expensive fish. However, the fans of sushi cannot think about it without tuna. It typically grows to about 6ft and weighs as much as 130 kg. Most of the top restaurants offer different types of tuna dishes in different seasons, including winter. Grilled tuna bones taste like real meat, such as beef or pork ribs; believe it or not, it’s perfect for outings, hangouts, or campfires! People prefer it on almost every occasion with wine and a Campaign. It can be easily seen in parties, wedding ceremonies, or any grand occasion.
One of the most popular fish is the grunt; it is best to eat in the rainy season. It is delicious and found in abundance in almost every place. Its meat contains a high percentage of fat. Its taste is extremely light and delicate, like other white fish. It can be easily found in hotels and restaurants of any size. It is not expensive food, and people can afford it easily. Most of the restaurants offer varied dishes of grunt and offer home delivery also. Along with the fried grant, most people like Frozen Squid or frozen seafood suppliers have rich experience.
Today, it is possible to find the best fish dishes in every region, from bluefin tuna, vannamei white shrimp, to squid. Every fish market provides different types of fish to satisfy different tastes and preferences. As fish are a rich source of proteins and other essential minerals, people also turn towards fish diets throughout the world.
