The forecast for whole fresh spotted ray production in the UK capture fisheries shows a steady increase in value from 2024 to 2028, starting at 126.25 thousand euros in 2024 and reaching 152.69 thousand euros in 2028. This represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 4.8% over these five years. The year-on-year growth from 2024 to 2025 is 5.4%, 5% from 2025 to 2026, 4.7% from 2026 to 2027, and 4.4% from 2027 to 2028.
In 2023, the value stood at around 120 thousand euros. As the industry evolves, attention should be given to factors such as environmental policies affecting marine life, international trade agreements impacting prices, and advances in sustainable fishing practices that may alter production trends.
