The freshwater fish market volume in Spain has shown a clear declining trend from 2014 to 2023. Starting at 189.18 thousand metric tons in 2014, it decreased by 3.64% year-on-year in 2023 to 113.65 thousand metric tons, with a CAGR of -3.28% over the last five years. Notable declines occurred in 2015 (-5.13%) and 2016 (-8.26%). An 18.45% decrease in 2017 marked the most significant drop. A brief stabilization was observed in 2018, followed by a continuous decline.
Future trends to watch for:
- Increasing consumer preference for sustainable and responsibly sourced fish.
- Potential impact of climate change on freshwater fish habitats.
- Evolving government policies and regulations affecting the fishing industry.
