PUBLISHER: Packaged Facts | PRODUCT CODE: 1997006
PUBLISHER: Packaged Facts | PRODUCT CODE: 1997006
US aquaculture production is projected to expand through 2030, supported by continued finfish growth, structurally stronger retail demand, and evolving consumer preferences for high-quality protein. Market performance will be shaped by production mix shifts, cost volatility, trade policy dynamics, and investment in controlled-environment and recirculating aquaculture systems.
This report covers the US aquaculture industry by product type (finfish and shellfish), with historical analysis and forecasts through 2030. Production is presented in metric tons, alongside detailed examination of consumer demographics, purchasing behavior, health priorities, GLP-1 engagement, retail versus foodservice channels, and perceptions of farm-raised seafood.
Production by product type is presented for:
Finfish
Catfish
Salmon and trout
Tilapia
Other finfish such as bass, carp, and cod
Shellfish
Oysters
Clams
Shrimp and prawns
Other shellfish such as lobsters, mussels, squid, and octopus
Executive Summary
Structural Retail Gains Offset Foodservice Volatility
Economic Headwinds Continue to Shape Seafood Purchasing Behavior
Trade Policy and Cost Volatility Add Pressure to Seafood Supply Chains
Digital Channels Reshape Retail Pathways
Protein Efficiency and "Better-For-You" Priorities Strengthen Seafood's Position
Production Outlook: Stability With Structural Shifts
Scope
Recent Historical Trends
Highlights
Rising Costs & Supply Pressures
Foodservice Disruption & Channel Reallocation
Overview & Market Trends
Highlights
Online Grocery & Direct-to-Consumer Channels
Health, Nutrition, &Consumer Priorities
Regulatory & Oversight Context
Dietary Patterns & Restrictions
Aquaculture As a Path To Health & Wellness
Perceptions of Farm-Raised Seafood
Market Size and Forecast
Highlights
Market Outlook Through 2030
Aquaculture Production
Opportunities to Target Particular Demographic Groups
Consumer Demographics
Highlights
Frequency of Purchases of Aquaculture Products