Pilmico Vietnam, along with other companies, and the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development, the People’s Committee 
of Dong Thap along the Mekong Delta River in Hong Ngu City

To demonstrate their commitment to making a positive impact on society and empowering local communities, Pilmico Vietnam Company Limited, an Aboitiz Foods company, recently collaborated with the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, the People’s Committee of Dong Thap Province, and several partner companies to hold a fish-release initiative. The event, aimed at restoring aquatic resources, took place in Hong Ngu City, Dong Thap on October 11. 

The fishery resources in Hong Ngu City are essential as they serve as a food source for its residents and play a vital role in maintaining the balance of the environmental ecosystem. However, these resources have been severely affected by overfishing, climate change, and pollution. The Pilmico Vietnam facility in Dong Thap manufactures high-quality products for 

The aquaculture sector, focusing on species like pangasius and shrimp, plays a crucial role in the region’s aquaculture industry. 

A total donation of 5,000,000 VND was provided to support the initiative which funded the fish seeds, equipment, and essential materials for the release. Pilmico Vietnam contributed 12,000 fish fry, with over 26 different species, which were released into the Mekong Delta River in Hong Ngu City. Additionally, 12,000 fish seeds were distributed to local aquaculture facilities dedicated to raising and producing native fish.

Aligned with Aboitiz Foods’ mission to nurture communities, Pilmico Vietnam’s participation in this collaborative project highlights its dedication to sustainability and responsible food production, solidifying its position as one of the leading producers of quality animal nutrition solutions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Dong Thap fish-release project connect to Aboitiz Foods’ purpose and Pilmico Vietnam’s operational mandate?
Pilmico Vietnam’s Dong Thap facility manufactures high-quality aquaculture feeds focusing on pangasius and shrimp – the same species that rely on healthy river ecosystems. Participating in the fish-release initiative reflects Aboitiz Foods’ mission to nurture communities and its commitment to sustainable and responsible food production, ensuring that the ecosystems feeding the aquaculture sector are actively replenished.

Why are the fishery resources of Hong Ngu City in Dong Thap considered critical to the local community?
Fishery resources in Hong Ngu City serve as a primary food source for residents and play a vital role in maintaining the balance of the local ecosystem. However, the region’s aquatic resources have been severely impacted by overfishing, climate change, and pollution, threatening both food security and the livelihoods of families whose incomes depend on fishing.

What was Pilmico Vietnam’s specific contribution to the October 11 fish-release initiative?
Pilmico Vietnam contributed 12,000 fish fry covering over 26 different species, which were released into the Mekong Delta River in Hong Ngu City. In addition, the company donated 5,000,000 VND to fund fish seeds, equipment, and essential materials for the initiative.

How were the fish seeds distributed beyond the river release?
Alongside the Mekong Delta River release, 12,000 fish seeds were distributed to local aquaculture facilities dedicated to raising and producing native fish species. This dual approach – both releasing fish into the wild and supporting cultivated production – is designed to rebuild the region’s aquatic resources more comprehensively.

Which government bodies and partner organizations collaborated on the fish-release event?
The initiative was a joint effort between Pilmico Vietnam Company Limited, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, the People’s Committee of Dong Thap Province, and several unnamed partner companies. The breadth of government and private sector participation signals that aquatic resource restoration is recognized as a shared priority across the province.

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