The share of aquaculture in Argentina has experienced fluctuations over the years. From a peak of 1.79% in 2015, it witnessed a sharp decline to 0.52% projected in 2028. This overall downtrend from 2013 to 2023 includes significant year-on-year variations, with the largest drop occurring in 2016 (-35.3%) and minor recoveries like in 2019 (+6.4%). Between 2019 and 2023, the average contraction per year stood at approximately -2.18%.
Forecasts for the next five years predict a continued decline at an annual rate of -4.31%, resulting in a fifth-year reduction of about -19.79%.
Future trends to watch for:
- Strategic shifts in government policies and investments
- Increasing adoption of sustainable aquaculture practices
- Technology and innovation impacting productivity and efficiencies
- Potential impact of climate change regulations and their enforcement
