Aquaculture in Oman Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Oman Aquaculture Market Report Covers Oman Aquaculture Types and is Segmented by Type (Pelagic Fish, Demersal Fish, Freshwater Fish, Scallops, Shrimp, Lobsters, Caviar, and Other Types). The Report Offers Market Size Forecasts in Terms of Volume (metric Tons) and Value (USD) for all the Above Segments.

Aquaculture in Oman Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Oman Aquaculture Market Size

Oman Fisheries and Aquaculture Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2030
Historical Data Period 2019 - 2023
Market Size (2025) USD 676.26 Million
Market Size (2030) USD 913.56 Million
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 6.20 %

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Oman Aquaculture Market Analysis

The Oman Fisheries And Aquaculture Market size is estimated at USD 676.26 million in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 913.56 million by 2030, at a CAGR of 6.2% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

  • The aquaculture industry is the most important and oldest in Oman. The Sultanate of Oman has identified aquaculture as a key pillar of diversifying its national economy. The overall vision of the Ministry of Agriculture & Fisheries is to develop a sustainable, competitive, and environment-friendly aquaculture sector that meets the needs of customers from high-quality aqua products. Currently, the Ministry for Agriculture and Fisheries focuses on increasing aquaculture production to 2,20,000 metric tons, with a value of USD 883 million by 2030. Oman's environmental advantage provides a high potential for aquaculture development, and the government is strongly committed to developing this sector competitively and sustainably in harmony with the country's social, economic, cultural, and historical values.
  • Besides, Oman is one of the largest fish producers in the Middle East region and a net exporter of fish and fish products. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Water Resources, farmed fish production surged to 4,767 metric tons in 2023 from 3,179 metric tons in 2022. Further, Oman-origin fish products, including fresh, chilled fish, frozen fish, value-added fish products, fish meal, and fish oil, are exported to 40 countries, including Europe, the United States, and the Far East, besides the Middle East regularly, and is a major contributor to Oman’s national economy. Hence, the production and export of the aquaculture sector in the country are increasing.

Oman Aquaculture Market News

  • February 2024: The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Water Resources (MAFWR) launched five new aquaculture projects. These projects not only pave the way for new commercial opportunities but also bolster the livelihoods of the local community. MAFWR aims to boost the value addition of the nation's aquaculture products and diversify the local market with premium fishery offerings, solidifying Oman's stature in the global aquaculture arena.
  • April 2023: The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources (MAFWR) approved 12 fish farming projects, which are to be set up at a cost of more than RO160mn.

Oman Aquaculture Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumption and Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Market Drivers
    • 4.2.1 Increase In Sales Via E-Commerce Platform Influenced by Social Network
    • 4.2.2 Adequate Support from The Government and Other Associations
    • 4.2.3 Rising Demand for Fish
  • 4.3 Market Restraints
    • 4.3.1 Major Disease Outbreaks in Fisheries
    • 4.3.2 Extreme Meteorological and Hydrological conditions
  • 4.4 Value Chain Analysis
    • 4.4.1 Value Chain Overview
    • 4.4.2 Price Markups in the Value Chain
    • 4.4.3 Value Chain Issues and Challenges
  • 4.5 PESTLE Analysis

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 5.1 By Type
    • 5.1.1 Pelagic Fish
    • 5.1.1.1 Sardines
    • 5.1.1.2 Mackerel
    • 5.1.1.3 Tuna
    • 5.1.1.4 Barracuda
    • 5.1.2 Demersal Fish
    • 5.1.2.1 Grouper
    • 5.1.2.2 Trevally
    • 5.1.2.3 Emperor
    • 5.1.2.4 Pomfret
    • 5.1.3 Freshwater Fish
    • 5.1.4 Scallop
    • 5.1.5 Shrimp
    • 5.1.6 Lobsters
    • 5.1.7 Caviar
    • 5.1.8 Other Types

6. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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Oman Aquaculture Industry Segmentation

Aquaculture is the practice of farming aquatic organisms, including fish, mollusks, and crustaceans. The commercial production of aquatic species, namely, fish (pelagic fish types, demersal fish types, freshwater fish types, caviar, and salmon) and other edible aquatic species (scallops, shrimp, lobsters, and other species) produced through the country's fisheries and aquaculture sector have been considered for the market study. The Omani fisheries and aquaculture market is segmented by type (pelagic fish, demersal fish, freshwater fish, scallops, shrimp, lobsters, caviar, and other types). The report offers the market size and forecasts in terms of volume (metric tons) and value (USD) for all the above segments.

By Type Pelagic Fish Sardines
Mackerel
Tuna
Barracuda
By Type Demersal Fish Grouper
Trevally
Emperor
Pomfret
By Type Freshwater Fish
Scallop
Shrimp
Lobsters
Caviar
Other Types
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Oman Aquaculture Market Research FAQs

How big is the Oman Fisheries And Aquaculture Market?

The Oman Fisheries And Aquaculture Market size is expected to reach USD 676.26 million in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 6.20% to reach USD 913.56 million by 2030.

What is the current Oman Fisheries And Aquaculture Market size?

In 2025, the Oman Fisheries And Aquaculture Market size is expected to reach USD 676.26 million.

What years does this Oman Fisheries And Aquaculture Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Oman Fisheries And Aquaculture Market size was estimated at USD 634.33 million. The report covers the Oman Fisheries And Aquaculture Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Oman Fisheries And Aquaculture Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Oman Aquaculture Industry Report

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