Key Market Indicators
Jordanian fish production is projected to see significant growth over the next five years. By 2028, the country's fish production is expected to reach approximately 3,760 metric tons, up from 2,670 metric tons in 2023. This reflects an average annual growth rate of 5.4%. Historically, since 1987, Jordanian fish supply has seen an impressive year-on-year increase of 15%. In contrast, fish consumption in Jordan is set to rise more modestly. By 2028, consumption is forecasted to hit around 35,770 metric tons, up from 34,360 metric tons in 2023, marking an average annual growth rate of 0.7%. Since 2019, the country's demand for fish has grown steadily by 1% each year. In 2023, Jordan ranked 72nd globally in fish consumption, with the Maldives surpassing it with the same annual consumption of 34,360 metric tons. Leading the global rankings were Japan, the Philippines, and Thailand, occupying the second, third, and fourth positions respectively.
