Tilapia Wins Over Brazilians: Consumption Grows 10% Per Year

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Tilapia Consumption Grows 10% Per Year in Brazil, Making the Fish the Most Consumed and Driving Record Production of 662 Thousand Tons.

Tilapia consumption in Brazil is steadily increasing, driven by healthier and more nutritious diets.

According to Peixe BR – Brazilian Association of Fish Farming, per capita consumption rose from 1.47 kilograms per person in 2015 to 2.84 kilograms in 2024. National production also reached a record, totaling 662.2 thousand tons.

Why Tilapia Is the Most Consumed Fish in Brazil

The Brazilian preference for tilapia is linked to factors such as:

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National Production Expands to the Interior

Tilapia farming is no longer concentrated only in coastal regions. Today, states like Paraná, São Paulo, Minas Gerais, Santa Catarina, and Mato Grosso do Sul lead production, making the fish accessible throughout Brazil.

Paraná: largest national producer;

São Paulo and Minas Gerais: steady growth;

Interior of Brazil: expanding supply for local consumption.

Impressive Annual Growth

Over the past 11 years, tilapia consumption has increased, on average, by 10.3% per year. This growth positions tilapia as a benchmark in the protein sector and reinforces its prominent role in the healthy diet of Brazilians.

Healthy Eating: A Trend That Favors Tilapia

The increase in consumption reflects changes in eating habits:

Preference for lean proteins;

Emphasis on nutritious and versatile foods;

Inclusion of tilapia in family diets and restaurants;

Ease of preparation, making the fish popular in various meals.

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Tilapia Wins Over Brazilians: Consumption Grows 10% Per Year

Tilapia Consumption Grows 10% Per Year in Brazil, Making the Fish the Most Consumed and Driving Record Production of 662 Thousand Tons.

Why Tilapia Is the Most Consumed Fish in Brazil

“Tilapia consumption stands out as the best historical series among all animal proteins in the country,” says Francisco Medeiros, president of Peixe BR.

National Production Expands to the Interior

Impressive Annual Growth

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Tilapia Consumption Grows 10% Per Year in Brazil, Making the Fish the Most Consumed and Driving Record Production of 662 Thousand Tons.

Why Tilapia Is the Most Consumed Fish in Brazil

“Tilapia consumption stands out as the best historical series among all animal proteins in the country,” says Francisco Medeiros, president of Peixe BR.

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