'Everybody has put the brakes on expansion': Brazil's tilapia industry settling for status quo amid economic uncertainty

The South American nation's tilapia industry is unlikely to see growth this year, contrary to earlier year expectations.

Francisco Medeiros, who heads up Brazil seafood association Peixe BR, says tilapia farmers have pulled back on major expansion plans.
Francisco Medeiros, who heads up Brazil seafood association Peixe BR, says tilapia farmers have pulled back on major expansion plans.Photo: Peixe BR
Published 16 August 2022, 06:01Updated 16 August 2022, 06:01
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