In 2024, Brazilian fish farming exports experienced a significant surge, with a 138% increase in value and a 102% increase in volume compared to the previous year, reaching a value of US$59 million and a volume of 13,792 tons. The rise in fresh fillet shipments was the primary factor behind this growth. Tilapia, which accounts for 94% of exports, saw a 138% increase in value and a 92% increase in volume. The United States was the top importer of Brazilian fish, with the majority of imports being tilapia. Despite this record growth, the fish farming trade balance for 2024 showed a deficit of US$992 million due to imports of fish, primarily salmon, totaling US$1 billion.