In 2023, Italy's production of whole fresh scorpionfishes, rockfishes in capture fisheries for human consumption stood at a point where the forecasts for 2024 to 2028 show sequential growth. From 2024, production grows by an annual average of around 5% with forecasted production reaching 1130 metric tons in 2028.
The forecasted year-on-year growth rates are as follows:
- 2024-2025: approximately 7.9%
- 2025-2026: around 7.2%
- 2026-2027: about 5.9%
- 2027-2028: roughly 4.6%
The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is forecasted at approximately 6.2%.
Future trends to watch for include the potential impact of sustainability practices on production that may affect volumes, consumer preferences shifting towards sustainable seafood, and regulatory changes in EU policies regarding capture fisheries.
