In 2023, the production of dab, Limanda, in the UK capture fisheries for human consumption was valued at a similar scale to the forecasted value for 2024, indicating a continued trend of decreasing production values over the forecast period. From 2024 to 2028, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) indicates a substantial decline, with annual decreases of approximately 14.47% on average.

Future Trends to Watch for:

Monitoring environmental factors and regulatory changes that might impact fish population and capture rates.
Assessing market demand shifts and alternative supply sources in response to declining dab availability.
Exploration of sustainable fishing practices to potentially mitigate the declining trend.