Brazil eliminates health certificate requirement for exporting tilapia fillets to the US

The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAPA) and the Brazilian Fish Farming Association (Peixe BR) announced the end of the requirement for an International Health Certificate (CSI) for the export of tilapia fillets from Brazil to the United States, following an agreement with the FDA (Food and Drug Administration), the US regulatory body. The measure promises to further expand Brazil's share of the US market. In 2024, Brazilian fish farming consolidated its position as the second largest exporter of fresh tilapia fillets to the United States, which is the main global importer of the product. This milestone was driven by the significant growth in exports. From January to September, Brazil exported 3,116 tons, accounting for 24% of the fresh fillet market in the US. This significant advance is the result of the entrepreneurship of Brazilian tilapia companies, which have expanded their exports by 440% in the last five years. "The quality of Brazilian tilapia is recognized ...