In response to the potential impact of US tariffs on aquaculture exports, Taiwan Cement (1101-TW) subsidiary Taiwan Cement Green Energy has initiated a "Production and Sales Tracking Guidance Plan" at the Chiayi Yuguang Phase I site, assisting farmers in applying for production and sales tracking to mitigate potential market fluctuations.

The Ministry of Agriculture has already proposed a support plan for export supply chains for the fish species most likely to be affected, such as tilapia and bass. According to the Ministry’s statistics, Taiwan's annual output of tilapia reaches 58,256 tons, of which 40% is exported, with 60% going to the United States. At the Chiayi Yuguang Phase I site, the yield of tilapia from local farmers is expected to reach 80% in 2024. If exports are hindered, nearly 14,000 tons of tilapia destined for the U.S. may return to the domestic market, significantly increasing supply and potentially driving prices down, directly impacting fishermen's livelihoods.

To cope with potential market volatility, Taiwan Cement Green Energy has partnered with aquaculture experts and the Alishan Innovation team to assist all farmers in navigating the administrative details of "aquaculture certification and regulatory processes." Taiwan Cement Green Energy, in collaboration with the Alishan Innovation team, is using the Yuguang Phase I site in Budai and Yizhu as a trial site for the production and sales tracking guidance, and offers a series of professional courses aimed at optimizing aquaculture efficiency, covering water quality management, feed nutrition, smart aquaculture, and pest control.

The company stated that through a robust traceability and third-party verification mechanism, production and sales tracking will help differentiate fish products and stabilize prices, allowing high-quality fish products to stand out in the domestic market and shield them from international shocks. They will continue to monitor market dynamics and farmer needs while actively cooperating with the Ministry of Agriculture to enhance industry competitiveness and related policies.