From 2014 to 2018, freshwater fish production in Mexico showed relative stability with some fluctuations. The significant rise of 24.03% in 2016 was followed by a notable drop of 10.68% in 2017. Production stabilized around 246.87 thousand metric tons in 2018, with a slight increase to 252.01 in 2019.
Production saw a drastic decline by 16.17% in 2020, likely due to external factors such as the COVID-19 pandemic. By 2022, production rose again to 259.45 thousand metric tons with stable growth of 0.92% in 2023, reflecting a CAGR of 1.18% over the past 5 years.
Forecasts indicate a continuous but modest growth in freshwater fish production, reaching 273.51 thousand metric tons by 2028, with a CAGR of 0.75% and an overall 5-year growth of 3.79%.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of climate change on freshwater resources, advancements in aquaculture technology, and policy changes affecting fishery management.
