Chile’s freshwater fish production has shown considerable variability over the past decade. Starting from the peak of 968.1 thousand metric tons in 2014, there were notable declines in 2015 and 2016, followed by a recovery until 2018. The year 2020 marked another substantial drop. Recent years up to 2023 show production stabilizing with minor fluctuations. In 2023, the production stood at 803.98 thousand metric tons, reflecting a slight decline of 0.91% annually and a five-year CAGR of -1.23%. Forecasts indicate a continued gradual decline, with a projected five-year CAGR of -0.77% and overall growth rate decline of 3.77% to 763.12 thousand metric tons by 2028.
Future trends to watch:
- Impact of climate change on freshwater resources
- Technological advancements in sustainable fish farming
- Government regulations and environmental policies
- Market demand shifts for freshwater fish
