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Aquaculture in Senegal: suppliers, costs and project planning

FishMatch Group helps commercial buyers in Senegal source aquaculture equipment and complete farm projects through a private, human-reviewed RFQ process. Key species are tilapia, catfish, shrimp; typical water temperatures are 22–30 °C and industrial electricity costs about USD 0.20 per kWh.

Senegal's ANA promotes tilapia and catfish ponds along the Senegal River and coastal shrimp pilots to offset declining wild catches.

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Key planning facts

Main species
tilapia, catfish, shrimp
Common systems
Ponds, Cages
Water temperature
22–30 °C
Industrial electricity
USD 0.20 / kWh
Water cost
≈ USD 1.20 / m³
Compound feed
≈ F CFA 840 (≈ $1) / kg
VAT / GST on equipment
18%
Currency
XOF (≈ 600 / USD)
Licensing authority
National Aquaculture Agency (ANA)
Main import ports
Dakar

What to check before requesting quotes in Senegal

  1. Confirm your water source and year-round temperature (22–30 °C) for tilapia.
  2. Budget energy carefully: at about USD 0.20/kWh, pumping and aeration are a major operating cost.
  3. Start permits and environmental licensing early with National Aquaculture Agency (ANA).
  4. Plan equipment logistics and lead times through Dakar.
  5. Check water rights or tariffs: municipal water costs about USD 1.20 per m³, so RAS make-up water and pond filling need a secured source.
  6. Budget taxes: standard VAT/GST is 18% 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 Senegal?

An indicative 250-tonne-per-year RAS in Senegal costs roughly F CFA 1.2B (≈ $2M) – F CFA 1.9B (≈ $3.2M) 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 Senegal?

Commercial projects in Senegal mainly focus on tilapia, catfish, shrimp.

Who licenses aquaculture in Senegal?

Licensing and environmental approval usually involve National Aquaculture Agency (ANA). 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 Senegal questions: see the market FAQ

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