With Mega Floating Structures to Cultivate Fish, Algae, and Shrimp at Sea, Brazilian Sea Farms Combine Technology and Show How the Ocean Can Be As Productive As the Soil

Written by Ruth Rodrigues

Published on 07/07/2025 at 10:28

Com apoio da Embrapa, as fazendas marinhas se destacam como solução tecnológica e ecológica para diversificar a produção rural, gerar renda e abrir novos mercados para o Brasil. Fonte: Freepik

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With Support from Embrapa, Maritime Farms Stand Out as a Technological and Ecological Solution to Diversify Rural Production, Generate Income and Open New Markets for Brazil.

Maritime farms have established themselves as an expanding productive model in Brazil. Gradually, they have gained ground among rural producers seeking innovation.

This new frontier of agriculture utilizes the marine environment to cultivate food, with the support of science and technology. Embrapa plays a central role in this advancement by integrating cutting-edge research into the daily life of mariculture, offering solutions that combine sustainability and productivity.

What Are Maritime Farms and Why Are They Growing in Brazil?

Maritime farms are structures installed in the sea for the cultivation of aquatic organisms such as fish, shellfish, crustaceans, and seaweed.

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Investment in Mariculture Expands Opportunities for Rural Producers

With the growing pressure on agricultural land and the increase in global food demand, maritime farms emerge as a safe and profitable diversification option.

Entering this sector allows producers to mitigate risks and access new markets — including international ones.

Recent data from the Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture confirm this trend: Brazilian exports of farmed fish reached US$ 18.5 million in the first quarter of 2025.

This represents a growth of 112% in value and 89% in volume compared to the same period last year.

This performance strengthens mariculture as an economic driver and proves that the ocean can be just as fertile as the soil.

Seaweed

The cultivation of seaweed is emerging as one of the most promising segments of maritime farms. Beyond food, seaweed is a valuable raw material for the cosmetics, fertilizers, and even biofuels industries.

Embrapa is studying, for example, the use of macroalgae as an input to improve agricultural productivity on land.

This bridge between the sea and the land paves the way for new integrated production methods, showing that it is possible to innovate with environmental responsibility.

Cultivated Species and Expanding Market

Oysters, mussels, and shrimp are among the most popular cultivations in maritime farms.

Oysters are valued for their adaptation to different regions; mussels grow quickly and have high nutritional value; while shrimp require more care but fetch high prices in the market.

In addition to these, there are marine fish species, such as bass and salmon, that are also being successfully produced in Brazil.

Each organism requires specific care, from water temperature to salinity and the type of food provided.

High Technology Ensures Efficiency and Sustainability at Sea

Brazilian mariculture has been leveraging technology to overcome natural challenges and gain competitiveness. Embrapa’s presence in this process provides technical and scientific support for the initiatives.

Automated feeding systems, water quality sensors, underwater drones for inspections, and real-time management software are part of the daily routine of these farms.

These tools allow producers to make more precise decisions, save resources, and reduce environmental impacts.

By utilizing these resources, marine production becomes more efficient, predictable, and secure, attracting investments and increasing the confidence of those who invest in this model.

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