Brazil Eyes New Horizons as Tilapia Exports Pivot Beyond U.S. Dependence
BRAZIL Thursday, March 26, 2026, 08:10 (GMT + 9)
Latin America, led by Mexico, emerges as a key growth frontier as Brazil tackles trade barriers, industrial bottlenecks, and market concentration risks. Brazil’s fish farming industry is entering a ?????ing phase as it seeks to reduce its heavy reliance on the United States, which currently absorbs approximately 92% of the country’s tilapia exports. Faced with rising trade barriers and intensifying global competition, industry leaders are now turning their attention to Latin America as a strategic alternative for expansion. According to Francisco Medeiros, president of Peixe BR, the sector is at a pivotal moment. "We are entering the golden years of national tilapia farming. It's not a path without challenges, but it's a period with more opportunities for those who are prepared," he stated. Despite growing external pressures, the industry has shown resilience. Data ... FULL STORY
