US Aquaculture Market Size, Share, Trends, Growth Factors and Forecast 2025-2033

IMARC Group has recently released a new research study titled “US Aquaculture Market Size, Share, Trends and Forecast by Fish Type, Environment, Distribution Channel, and Region, 2025-2033”, offers a detailed analysis of the market drivers, segmentation, growth opportunities, trends and competitive landscape to understand the current and future market scenarios. Market Overview

The US aquaculture market size reached 20.45 Million Tons in 2024 and is projected to reach 33.03 Million Tons by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 4.91% during 2025-2033. Growth is supported by increasing seafood demand, investment in sustainable Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) and offshore systems, along with innovations in feed, genetics, and automation. Regulatory and research supports further drive market expansion.

Study Assumption Years

●     Base Year: 2024

●     Historical Year/Period: 2019-2024

●     Forecast Year/Period: 2025-2033

US Aquaculture Market Key Takeaways

●     Current Market Size: 20.45 Million Tons (2024)

●     CAGR: 4.91%

●     Forecast Period: 2025-2033

●     Federal policies support expansion of domestic aquaculture infrastructure to boost seafood self-sufficiency and reduce imports.

●     A 2025 executive order modernizes regulations, expands permits, and reduces producer red tape, favoring land-based RAS systems.

●     "America First Seafood Strategy" prioritizes domestic products in nutrition, marketing, and export.

●     Cultivated seafood development is advancing with grants supporting cell-cultured fish as a sustainable alternative.

●     Technological innovations and easier regulations enable scaling and adoption of advanced aquaculture methods.

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Market Growth Factors

The US aquaculture market is experiencing notable expansion as supportive federal policies focused on boosting domestic seafood production and lowering reliance on imports continue to accelerate US aquaculture market growth. A landmark executive order issued in 2025 focuses on modernizing aquaculture regulations, expanding experimental permits, and simplifying approval processes for producers. This policy encourages sustainable production practices, especially land-based Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS), while strengthening coastal economies. These initiatives facilitate scaling operations and adoption of innovative technologies, thus meeting the rising demand for domestic seafood.

Innovative technologies play a crucial role in expanding the US aquaculture market. Investments in sustainable RAS and offshore farming systems are on the rise, complemented by continuous advancements in feed formulations, genetic improvements, and automation. These technological upgrades enhance production efficiency, animal health, and environmental sustainability. Additionally, regulatory and research support catalyze these advancements, enabling industry players to keep pace with evolving market needs and environmental standards.

The emergence of cultivated seafood, produced from fish cells in bioreactors, offers a complementary sustainable pathway alongside traditional aquaculture. For example, in August 2025, Atlantic Fish Co., a Raleigh-based startup, received a $305,000 grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation to develop cell-cultured black sea bass. This cellular agriculture approach bypasses live animal production, providing precise control over nutrition, safety, and supply. As consumer acceptance and regulatory frameworks improve, cultivated seafood diversifies protein sources and supports long-term sustainability goals alongside established farming methods.

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Market Segmentation

Breakup by Fish Type:

●     Freshwater Fish

●     Molluscs

●     Crustaceans

●     Others

Breakup by Environment:

●     Fresh Water

●     Marine Water

●     Brackish Water

Breakup by Distribution Channel:

●     Traditional Retail

●     Supermarkets and Hypermarkets

●     Specialized Retailers

●     Online Stores

●     Others

Regional Insights

The US aquaculture market is comprehensively analyzed across the Northeast, Midwest, South, and West regions. The report provides detailed forecasts and segment analysis by region.

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Recent Developments & News

In August 2025, UC Santa Cruz researchers collaborated with Pie Ranch and the Amah Mutsun Land Trust to use filtered aquaculture "backwash" water from rainbow trout tanks for sustainable native plant irrigation, enhancing habitat restoration and climate resilience. In July 2025, Aquaconnect launched BluTik, a digital seafood inspection platform delivering real-time, tamper-proof reports with geotagging and timestamps to verify pre-shipment seafood inspections, improving transparency for international buyers across the U.S., Europe, and Asia.

Competitive Landscape

The competitive landscape of the industry has also been examined along with the profiles of the key players.

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