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Aquaculture market guide

Aquaculture in Taiwan: suppliers, costs and project planning

FishMatch Group helps commercial buyers in Taiwan source aquaculture equipment and complete farm projects through a private, human-reviewed RFQ process. Key species are shrimp, tilapia, barramundi, seabream; typical water temperatures are 16–31 °C and industrial electricity costs about USD 0.19 per kWh.

Taiwan has deep hatchery know-how in shrimp, grouper and milkfish and is modernising ponds with indoor RAS and automation.

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Key planning facts

Main species
shrimp, tilapia, barramundi, seabream
Common systems
Ponds, RAS (recirculating), Cages
Water temperature
16–31 °C
Industrial electricity
USD 0.19 / kWh
Water cost
≈ USD 0.60 / m³
Compound feed
≈ NT$43 (≈ $1) / kg
VAT / GST on equipment
5%
Currency
TWD (≈ 31 / USD)
Licensing authority
Fisheries Agency, Ministry of Agriculture
Main import ports
Kaohsiung, Keelung and Taichung

What to check before requesting quotes in Taiwan

  1. Confirm your water source and year-round temperature (16–31 °C) for shrimp.
  2. Budget energy carefully: at about USD 0.19/kWh, pumping and aeration are a major operating cost.
  3. Start permits and environmental licensing early with Fisheries Agency, Ministry of Agriculture.
  4. Plan equipment logistics and lead times through Kaohsiung, Keelung and Taichung.
  5. Check water rights or tariffs: municipal water costs about USD 0.60 per m³, so RAS make-up water and pond filling need a secured source.
  6. Budget taxes: standard VAT/GST is 5% 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 Taiwan?

An indicative 250-tonne-per-year RAS in Taiwan costs roughly NT$69.8M (≈ $2.3M) – NT$108.5M (≈ $3.5M) 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 Taiwan?

Commercial projects in Taiwan mainly focus on shrimp, tilapia, barramundi, seabream.

Who licenses aquaculture in Taiwan?

Licensing and environmental approval usually involve Fisheries Agency, Ministry of Agriculture. 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 Taiwan questions: see the market FAQ

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