Global Aquaculture Diagnostics Market size, Report, Growth 2031

Report Code : CVMI060520252 | Published Date : May 6, 2025

1. Market Overview

The aquaculture diagnostics market is projected to grow from 580 million in 2024 to 2.8 billion by 2031 (CAGR: 30.2%), driven by intensifying disease pressures and stricter food safety regulations. This sector encompasses pathogen detection, water quality monitoring, and health assessment technologies that are becoming essential tools for modern aquaculture operations. The market segmentation reveals:

Key Technology Categories:

Molecular Diagnostics (XX% share): PCR, qPCR, and LAMP-based systems
Immunoassays (XX%): ELISA and lateral flow devices
Microbiological (XX%): Culture-based identification
Next-Gen (10%): eDNA metabarcoding and AI-powered imaging

Species-Specific Adoption:

Shrimp (45% demand): EMS and WSSV testing dominate
Salmonids (XX%): ISA, PD, and SRS detection
Tilapia/Carp (XX%): Emerging streptococcosis diagnostics
Shellfish (XX%): Vibrio and norovirus monitoring

Regional Leaders:

Asia-Pacific (XX% market): Vietnam and India's shrimp industry drives growth
Europe (XX%): Norway's strict salmon health protocols
Americas (20%): Chile's SRS monitoring programs
Middle East/Africa (5%): Emerging hatchery diagnostics

2. Key Growth Drivers

Disease Economic Impacts

Shrimp pathogens cause $6B+ annual losses (WSSV, EMS, EHP)
Salmonid diseases result in 20-30% mortality rates (ISA, BKD)
Emerging viruses show 70% cross-species infection potential

Regulatory Pressures

EU Regulation 2017/625 mandates pathogen testing for imports
US FDA Seafood HACCP requires Vibrio monitoring
China's 2025 Food Safety Law increases inspection frequency

Technological Advancements

Portable qPCR devices deliver lab-quality results in 45 minutes
Multiplex panels detect 12+ pathogens simultaneously
Blockchain-enabled tests create immutable health records
AI-based histopathology achieves 95% diagnostic accuracy

Production Intensification

RAS systems require continuous water quality diagnostics
High-density farming increases disease transmission risks
Global trade necessitates certified pathogen-free stock

3. Technology Comparison

Technology	Throughput	Cost/Test	Key Advantage
Conventional PCR	40 samples/run	USD 18	Established protocols
Real-time qPCR	96 samples/run	USD 25	Quantitative results
LAMP	1-12 samples	USD 8	No thermocycler needed
ELISA	96 samples/run	USD 6	High specificity
Lateral Flow	1 sample	USD 3	Field-deployable
eDNA Metabarcoding	384 samples	USD 50	Ecosystem-level monitoring

4. Regional Adoption Patterns

Asia-Pacific's Diagnostic Boom:

Vietnam's shrimp farms perform 12M+ WSSV tests annually
India's new guidelines require EMS testing every 2 weeks
China's mega-farms invest in automated monitoring systems

Europe's Quality Focus:

Norway's Fish Health Report mandates 58 pathogen tests
UK's Shellfish Waters Directive increases Vibrio surveillance
EU's new PCR standards for seafood exports

Americas' Emerging Needs:

Chile's SRS Program tests 100% of smolts
US Gulf oyster farms adopt norovirus rapid tests
Brazil's tilapia industry implements streptococcosis panels

5. Implementation Challenges

Technical Limitations:

RNA degradation in field samples reduces accuracy
Cross-reactivity in antibody-based tests
Limited validation for emerging pathogens

Economic Barriers:

$50K+ equipment costs for molecular systems
$2-5 test pricing prohibitive for smallholders
Training requirements for advanced technologies

Logistical Issues:

Cold chain failures affect 15% of samples
Turnaround delays in remote areas
Data integration challenges across systems

Reasons To Buy

Scope

Zoetis Inc.
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Bio-Rad Laboratories
DEXX Laboratories
Biogal Galed Labs
Qiagen
Zoetis
Bionote
Neogen Corporation
Aquatic Diagnostics Ltd
Phibro Animal Health Corporation

Global Aquaculture Diagnostics Market Report

1. Global Aquaculture Diagnostics Market Research Report

2. Global Aquaculture Diagnostics Market Research Report - Preface

3. Global Aquaculture Diagnostics Market Dynamics

4. Global Aquaculture Diagnostics Market Research Report, Historic Data 2019 - 2023 and Forecast Analysis Data 2024 - 2031

5. Global Aquaculture Diagnostics Market, By Test Type, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 (Market Value, In USD Mn)

6. Global Aquaculture Diagnostics Market, By Pathogen Type, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 (Market Value, In USD Mn)

7. Global Aquaculture Diagnostics Market, By Species, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 (Market Value, In USD Mn)

8. Global Aquaculture Diagnostics Market, By Application, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 (Market Value, In USD Mn)

9. Global Aquaculture Diagnostics Market, By End User, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 (Market Value, In USD Mn)

10. Global Aquaculture Diagnostics Market Forecast, By Region, 2019 - 2023 and 2024 - 2031 (Market Value, In USD Mn)

11. North America Global Aquaculture Diagnostics Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 (Market Value, In USD Mn)

12. Europe Global Aquaculture Diagnostics Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 (Market Value, In USD Mn)

13. Asia-Pacific Global Aquaculture Diagnostics Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 (Market Value, In USD Mn)

14. Latin America Global Aquaculture Diagnostics Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 (Market Value, In USD Mn)

15. Middle East and Africa Global Aquaculture Diagnostics Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 (Market Value, In USD Mn)

16. Competition Landscape

17. Data Collection Method and Research Approach

18. Principal Presumptions and Acronyms