Key Market Indicators
Suriname's fish production is projected to decline significantly over the next five years. By 2028, the nation's fish output is expected to drop to approximately 44 metric tons, down from nearly 58 metric tons in 2023. This represents an average annual decrease of 4%. Historically, since 1997, Suriname's fish supply has been on a downward trajectory, falling at an average rate of 4.4% per year. In contrast, Suriname's fish consumption is on the rise. By 2028, it is anticipated that the country's fish consumption will reach around 4.6 thousand metric tons, up from about 4.2 thousand metric tons in 2023. This marks an average annual growth rate of 1.5%. Since 2019, Surinamese demand for fish has increased at an average rate of 2.2% per year. In 2023, Suriname ranked 130th globally in fish consumption, with Cyprus slightly ahead at 4.2 thousand metric tons. Leading the global rankings were Japan, the Philippines, and Thailand, occupying the second, third, and fourth positions respectively.
