Analysis: Over the past five years, L. vannamei production has shown a strong upward trend, growing from 711,674 metric tons in 2019-20 to a peak of 1,097,481 metric tons in 2022-23—an overall increase of ~51%. The highest annual growth was recorded in 2021-22 (+19.69%), likely fueled by advancements in farming methods and increased demand in the post-COVID recovery phase. However, in 2023-24, production slightly declined (-1.87%) to 1,076,970 metric tons, possibly due to market saturation, competition from other countries, or economic factors. Despite this minor drop, the long-term trend remains positive, suggesting that the industry continues to expand while undergoing market adjustments