Germany Aquaculture Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Fish Type (Freshwater Fish, Molluscs, Crustaceans, and Others), By Environment (Fresh Water, Marine Water, and Brackish Water), and Germany Aquaculture Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

Germany Aquaculture Market Size Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Germany Aquaculture Market Size was estimated at USD 3.73 Million Tons in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 5.24% from 2025 to 2035
• The Germany Aquaculture Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 6.54 Million Tons by 2035

According to a Research Report Published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, The Germany Aquaculture Market Size is anticipated to Reach USD 6.54 Million tons by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 5.24% from 2025 to 2035. The market is expanding due to strong environmental regulations, consumer demand for seafood that is produced sustainably, and research and development advancements in feed and species genetics.

Market Overview

Germany’s aquaculture market consists of the regulated farming of aquatic species (fish, mollusks, crustaceans) for human consumption. The aquaculture market is serviced and supported by domestic seafood demand, sustainability goals, and compliance with EU regulations. Additionally, RAS systems are being adopted more quickly in Germany thanks to their reliable production results, closed-loop water management, and disease control. RAS is beneficial for operations near cities because it supports high-density farming while lowering the land and water footprint. Monitoring systems, oxygenation, and intelligent filtration are examples of innovations. Higher biosecurity and lower environmental risk are encouraging to investors. Since they promote dependable, sustainable aquaculture growth, these systems are essential factors in the expansion of the German aquaculture market.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the Germany aquaculture market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the Germany aquaculture market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the Germany aquaculture market.

Driving Factors

Growing consumer demand for seafood produced sustainably, improvements in recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS), and stringent environmental laws encouraging environmentally friendly practices are the main factors propelling the German aquaculture market. Productivity and market growth are further supported by ongoing research and development in species genetics and feed efficiency.

Restraining Factors

The strict EU environmental regulations, high operating costs, and scarcity of suitable water resources are the main obstacles facing Germany's aquaculture market. Expanding is further hampered by difficulties managing diseases and public worries about the quality of farmed fish.

Market Segmentation

The Germany aquaculture market share is classified into fish type and environment.

• The freshwater fish segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The Germany aquaculture market is segmented by fish type into freshwater fish, molluscs, crustaceans, and others. Among these, the freshwater fish segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Due to growing domestic demand, particularly for salmonids like rainbow trout, for locally farmed and sustainable fish. Production efficiency is increased through developments in feed technologies and recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS). Market growth is further accelerated by favorable EU regulations and consumer preference for high-quality, traceable fish.

• The fresh water segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The Germany aquaculture market is segmented by environment into fresh water, marine water, and brackish water. Among these, the fresh water segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Growing as a result of improvements in recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS), favorable inland geography, and increased demand for fish raised locally. Growth prospects are further enhanced by effective water resource management and supportive EU sustainability policies.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the Germany aquaculture market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Aquapurna GmbH
• Hullmann Aalaufzucht GmbH & Co. KG
• Forellenhof Thießen KG
• Druchhorner Premium Fisch GmbH & Co. KG
• PFP Aquaponik UG
• Others

Recent Developments:

• In February 2025, Castell Salmon announced an initiative to launch one of Germany’s first commercial land-based salmon farms in Griestal. Using recirculating aquaculture system (RAS) technology, the facility was designed to produce 1,200 metric tons of Atlantic salmon annually, with the first harvest projected for mid-2029. Built on a former trout and char site near the Bavarian Alps, the project benefited from excellent water resources, logistics, and regional market access.

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at Germany, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the Germany Aquaculture Market based on the below-mentioned segments: