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Aquaculture in Honduras: suppliers, costs and project planning

FishMatch Group helps commercial buyers in Honduras source aquaculture equipment and complete farm projects through a private, human-reviewed RFQ process. Key species are tilapia, shrimp; typical water temperatures are 24–32 °C and industrial electricity costs about USD 0.23 per kWh.

Honduras is a major tilapia exporter from Lake Yojoa cages and farms shrimp in the Gulf of Fonseca ponds.

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Key planning facts

Main species
tilapia, shrimp
Common systems
Ponds, Cages
Water temperature
24–32 °C
Industrial electricity
USD 0.23 / kWh
Water cost
≈ USD 1.00 / m³
Compound feed
≈ HNL 33 (≈ $1) / kg
VAT / GST on equipment
15%
Currency
HNL (≈ 25.5 / USD)
Licensing authority
DIGEPESCA (SAG)
Main import ports
Puerto Cortés and San Lorenzo

What to check before requesting quotes in Honduras

  1. Confirm your water source and year-round temperature (24–32 °C) for tilapia.
  2. Budget energy carefully: at about USD 0.23/kWh, pumping and aeration are a major operating cost.
  3. Start permits and environmental licensing early with DIGEPESCA (SAG).
  4. Plan equipment logistics and lead times through Puerto Cortés and San Lorenzo.
  5. Check water rights or tariffs: municipal water costs about USD 1.00 per m³, so RAS make-up water and pond filling need a secured source.
  6. Budget taxes: standard VAT/GST is 15% 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 Honduras?

An indicative 250-tonne-per-year RAS in Honduras costs roughly HNL 45.9M (≈ $1.8M) – HNL 71.4M (≈ $2.8M) 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 Honduras?

Commercial projects in Honduras mainly focus on tilapia, shrimp.

Who licenses aquaculture in Honduras?

Licensing and environmental approval usually involve DIGEPESCA (SAG). 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 Honduras questions: see the market FAQ

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