The per capita consumption of pelagic fish in China has been on a declining trend from 2024 onwards, starting at 0.31 kg in 2024 and reducing yearly to 0.26 kg by 2028. In 2023, the per capita consumption was marginally higher. From 2023 to 2024, the year-on-year variation shows a decrease. Over the last two assessed years, there's been a noticeable downward trend with an average decline of approximately 3.33% per annum. The last five years indicate the same rate of decline annually, reflecting a consistent drop.
The future trends to watch for include potential changes in consumer preferences, the impact of economic factors on seafood consumption, and efforts towards sustainable fishing practices that might influence the market dynamics. Tracking these elements will be crucial for forecasting the pelagic fish market's trajectory and making informed strategic decisions.
- Declining trend in per capita consumption from 2024 to 2028
- 2023 consumption was slightly higher than 2024
- Year-on-year decline rate of around 3.33%
- Consistent annual decline observed over last five years
- Future trends: consumer preferences, economic influences, sustainable fishing practices
