The growing demand for sustainable aquaculture has driven the adoption of biofloc technology (BFT) system, which offers high productivity and reduced environmental impact. However, economic feasibility studies for Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus ) production in BFT systems remain scarce. T his study evaluates the economic viability of Nile tilapia juvenile production in a BFT system. Economic viability indicators were calculated using commercial data provided by Itaipu Binacional (Foz do Iguaçu, Paraná, Brazil) on capital investment, operational costs, and zootechnical performance from a production cycle (60 days). Economic indicators and evaluation are shown in Table 1.
Nile tilapia juvenile production in BFT is economically viable, with a high likelihood of profitability. Success depends on optimizing survival rates, controlling input costs, and adapting to market conditions.