The forecasted production of prepared meals and dishes based on fish, crustaceans, and molluscs in Germany shows a downward trend from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the actual production stood at around 20.55 million kilograms. The year-on-year variance highlights consistent decreases, with the market shrinking by approximately 3.68% from 2024 to 2025, and a further 3.79% drop from 2025 to 2026. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) suggests an average decline of around 3.8% per year over a five-year period.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in consumer preferences towards plant-based alternatives, regulatory changes affecting the seafood industry, and innovations in sustainable aquaculture practices which might impact the volume of fish-based meals produced.
