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Aquaculture in Argentina: suppliers, costs and project planning

FishMatch Group helps commercial buyers in Argentina source aquaculture equipment and complete farm projects through a private, human-reviewed RFQ process. Key species are trout, catfish, shrimp; typical water temperatures are 6–26 °C and industrial electricity costs about USD 0.10 per kWh.

Argentina's aquaculture is small but growing: Patagonian trout cages, pacu ponds in the northeast and early land-based shrimp projects. Budgets are usually planned in USD.

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Key planning facts

Main species
trout, catfish, shrimp
Common systems
Cages, Ponds, RAS (recirculating)
Water temperature
6–26 °C
Industrial electricity
USD 0.10 / kWh
Water cost
≈ USD 0.80 / m³
Compound feed
≈ $1 / kg
VAT / GST on equipment
21%
Currency
USD
Licensing authority
Subsecretaría de Pesca y Acuicultura and SENASA
Main import ports
Buenos Aires and Bahía Blanca

What to check before requesting quotes in Argentina

  1. Confirm your water source and year-round temperature (6–26 °C) for trout.
  2. Budget energy carefully: at about USD 0.10/kWh, pumping and aeration are a major operating cost.
  3. Start permits and environmental licensing early with Subsecretaría de Pesca y Acuicultura and SENASA.
  4. Plan equipment logistics and lead times through Buenos Aires and Bahía Blanca.
  5. Check water rights or tariffs: municipal water costs about USD 0.80 per m³, so RAS make-up water and pond filling need a secured source.
  6. Budget taxes: standard VAT/GST is 21% on equipment; ask about import duty exemptions for aquaculture.

Electricity: GlobalPetrolPrices business tariffs (2026). Water tariffs and exchange rates are estimates; VAT is the standard national rate.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a fish farm cost in Argentina?

An indicative 250-tonne-per-year RAS in Argentina costs roughly $2.1M – $3.3M in equipment and installation, before land and buildings. Ponds and cages usually cost less per tonne. Use the calculator for your species and scale, then request supplier quotes.

Which fish and shrimp are farmed in Argentina?

Commercial projects in Argentina mainly focus on trout, catfish, shrimp.

Who licenses aquaculture in Argentina?

Licensing and environmental approval usually involve Subsecretaría de Pesca y Acuicultura and SENASA. Requirements change, so confirm with the authority before committing capital.

Does FishMatch Group sell equipment?

No. FishMatch Group is an independent, human-reviewed sourcing service. We qualify your project, match it with vetted suppliers and keep supplier details private until an introduction is approved.

More Argentina questions: see the market FAQ

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