The forecast for Whole Fresh Small-eyed Ray production in capture fisheries for human consumption in the UK indicates a declining trend from 2024 to 2028. The value, expressed in thousand euros per metric ton, begins at 1.15 in 2024, decreasing each subsequent year to 0.80518 by 2028. In comparison to 2023, the figures show an expected reduction. Year-on-year, the value is projected to decrease by approximately 8% in 2025, 8.07% in 2026, 8.78% in 2027, and finally 9.42% in 2028. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over this period suggests an average decline of around 8.64% per year.
Future trends to watch for might include changes in sustainability practices, regulatory measures affecting capture fisheries, and market demand influencing prices. Environmental factors and ecosystem health could also impact the availability and pricing of the Small-eyed Ray in the coming years.
