Based on the provided forecasts, Germany's import of salted or in brine herrings is expected to decline from 2024 to 2028. Starting from a value of 4.1739 million USD in 2024, the import value is projected to decrease steadily each year, reaching 2.8501 million USD by 2028. This downward trend indicates a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of decline over the five-year period.

For future trends, some key factors to watch include:

Changes in consumer preferences towards healthier or different types of seafood.
The impact of sustainable fishing practices and regulations on supply.
Global economic conditions that may influence trade policies and import costs.