The forecast for the UK fresh blue mussel production in capture fisheries shows a steady decline from 2024 to 2028, starting at 648.87 thousand euros in 2024 and decreasing to 555.42 thousand euros by 2028. This marks an average annual decrease of approximately 3.8% as observed through the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period. The decline highlights a consistent market contraction for mussel capture fisheries by 2028 from the peak levels recorded in 2023.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of environmental policies promoting sustainable fishing practices, changes in consumer preferences towards aquaculture alternatives, and Brexit-induced market adjustments affecting trade dynamics.
