Lower over the period
Brazil Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 9.21 Kilogram in 2015 to 8.18 Kilogram in 2023 (−11.2%), an average of −1.5% a year. The series high was 9.21 Kilogram in 2015 and the low 7.99 Kilogram in 2020.
What Brazil Fish & Seafood Production per Capita shows
Brazil Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 8.18 Kilogram in 2023, down 0.5% on 2022. Brazil fish and seafood production per Capita from 2015 to 2023 highlights the country’s aquatic resources, fisheries potential, aquaculture development, and seafood availability trends within the food and beverages sector. With one of the world’s largest freshwater networks, an extensive Atlantic coastline, and diverse aquatic ecosystems, Brazil has significant potential for fish and seafood production.
A 13.2% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2015) and low (2020) is 1.22 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was −5.9% in 2018.
Ranks 29 of 33 countries covered
Among the 33 countries in this dataset, Brazil ranks 29 for 2023, behind South Korea (52.82 Kilogram) and Malaysia (51.03 Kilogram). The global figure for 2023 is 19.93 Kilogram, so Brazil is below it.
Full series
Brazil Fish & Seafood Production per Capita by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Kilogram.
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| Year | Kilogram | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 8.18 | −0.5% |
| 2022 | 8.22 | −0.4% |
| 2021 | 8.25 | +3.3% |
| 2020 Trough | 7.99 | −4.7% |
| 2019 | 8.38 | −2.7% |
| 2018 | 8.61 | −5.9% |
| 2017 | 9.15 | +1.4% |
| 2016 | 9.02 | −2.1% |
| 2015Peak | 9.21 | — |
Regional context
How Brazil compares in South America
Fish & Seafood Production per Capita by country, 2023, Kilogram. Brazil is highlighted.
1Chile14.36
2Colombia10.31
3Brazil8.18
4Argentina7.11
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Fish & Seafood Production per Capita — Fish and seafood availability per capita refers to the estimated amount of fish and seafood available for consumption by an average person in a country during a year, measured in kilograms per person per year. The indicator represents food availability based on national food supply calculations, including domestic production, imports, exports, and changes in stocks. In Our World in Data, this metric is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparison of fish and seafood availability trends across different years. The data is measured in kilograms per person per year and reflects the quantity of fish and seafood available within the food system rather than actual individual consumption.
The data includes fish and seafood products available for human consumption, covering a broad range of aquatic food categories such as marine fish, freshwater fish, crustaceans, mollusks, and other seafood products. The indicator incorporates supply-side factors including domestic fisheries production, aquaculture output, imports, exports, and stock adjustments to estimate annual food availability. The dataset is compiled from international food balance statistics and provides country-wise estimates for the selected time period. Values are calculated on a per capita basis by dividing total available fish and seafood supply by the population of each country.
The data does not represent actual individual consumption, dietary intake, or household-level seafood purchasing behavior. It does not measure nutritional quality, protein content, food waste, or differences in consumption patterns among population groups. The indicator excludes non-food uses of fish and seafood products, such as industrial applications, animal feed, and other commercial uses. It also does not directly measure fisheries sustainability, environmental impacts, or the economic value of the seafood industry. Differences may occur due to variations in statistical reporting methods, population estimates, trade data accuracy, and food supply accounting systems used across countries.
About this indicator
Fish & Seafood Production per Capita — Fish and seafood availability per capita refers to the estimated amount of fish and seafood available for consumption by an average person in a country during a year, measured in kilograms per person per year. The indicator represents food availability based on national food supply calculations, including domestic production, imports, exports, and changes in stocks. In Our World in Data, this metric is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparison of fish and seafood availability trends across different years. The data is measured in kilograms per person per year and reflects the quantity of fish and seafood available within the food system rather than actual individual consumption.
The availability of fish and seafood showed a gradual decline during the period, decreasing from 9.21 kilograms per person in 2015 to 8.18 kilograms in 2023.
Between 2015 and 2017, Brazil’s fish and seafood availability remained relatively stable, moving from 9.21 kilograms in 2015 to 9.15 kilograms in 2017. However, from 2018 onwards, availability experienced a continuous decline, reaching 8.61 kilograms in 2018 and 8.38 kilograms in 2019. This reduction reflected changes in fishing activities, production conditions, market dynamics, and challenges affecting seafood supply chains.
In 2020, fish and seafood availability declined further to 7.99 kilograms per person, representing the lowest level during the period. This decrease was influenced by disruptions affecting production and distribution systems. However, the sector showed signs of recovery from 2021 onwards, with availability increasing slightly to 8.25 kilograms before stabilizing at 8.22 kilograms in 2022 and 8.18 kilograms in 2023.
Brazil’s fish and seafood industry includes marine fisheries, freshwater fishing, aquaculture farming, and seafood processing activities. Important seafood products include tilapia, shrimp, sardines, tuna, and various freshwater fish species. Aquaculture has become an increasingly important segment, particularly through the expansion of fish farming operations aimed at meeting domestic demand and improving production efficiency.
Overall, the 2015–2023 trend indicates a moderate decline in Brazil’s fish and seafood availability, although the country continues to possess strong production potential due to its natural resources. Future growth will depend on sustainable fisheries management, expansion of aquaculture capacity, improved infrastructure, and efficient seafood distribution networks to strengthen Brazil’s seafood industry and support long-term food security.
- Indicator
- Fish & Seafood Production per Capita
- Country
- Brazil
- Region
- South America
- Unit
- Kilogram
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Retail & Consumer
- Last updated
- August 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Brazil Fish & Seafood Production per Capita?
Fish and seafood availability per capita refers to the estimated amount of fish and seafood available for consumption by an average person in a country during a year, measured in kilograms per person per year. The indicator represents food availability based on national food supply calculations, including domestic production, imports, exports, and changes in stocks. In Our World in Data, this metric is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparison of fish and seafood availability trends across different years. The data is measured in kilograms per person per year and reflects the quantity of fish and seafood available within the food system rather than actual individual consumption.
What was Brazil Fish & Seafood Production per Capita in 2023?
Brazil Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 8.18 Kilogram in 2023, down 0.5% on 2022.
How has Brazil Fish & Seafood Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
Brazil Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 9.21 Kilogram in 2015 to 8.18 Kilogram in 2023 (−11.2%), an average of −1.5% a year. The series high was 9.21 Kilogram in 2015 and the low 7.99 Kilogram in 2020.
Which year had the highest and lowest Brazil Fish & Seafood Production per Capita?
The highest value was 9.21 Kilogram in 2015 and the lowest was 7.99 Kilogram in 2020.
What does the Brazil Fish & Seafood Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes fish and seafood products available for human consumption, covering a broad range of aquatic food categories such as marine fish, freshwater fish, crustaceans, mollusks, and other seafood products. The indicator incorporates supply-side factors including domestic fisheries production, aquaculture output, imports, exports, and stock adjustments to estimate annual food availability. The dataset is compiled from international food balance statistics and provides country-wise estimates for the selected time period. Values are calculated on a per capita basis by dividing total available fish and seafood supply by the population of each country. Excluded: The data does not represent actual individual consumption, dietary intake, or household-level seafood purchasing behavior. It does not measure nutritional quality, protein content, food waste, or differences in consumption patterns among population groups. The indicator excludes non-food uses of fish and seafood products, such as industrial applications, animal feed, and other commercial uses. It also does not directly measure fisheries sustainability, environmental impacts, or the economic value of the seafood industry. Differences may occur due to variations in statistical reporting methods, population estimates, trade data accuracy, and food supply accounting systems used across countries.
Where does the Brazil Fish & Seafood Production per Capita data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&time=2015..2023&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls&Food=Fish+and+seafood&Metric=Food+available+for+consumption&Per+capita=true&Unit=Kilograms+per+year). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Kilogram.
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