The forecast for whole fresh leerfish production in capture fisheries for human consumption in Italy shows a gradual increase from 70 metric tons in 2024 to 70.6 metric tons in 2028. Based on the available data, the production grew from 65 metric tons in 2023 to 70 metric tons in 2024, indicating a 7.7% year-on-year increase. The subsequent years show slower growth, with percentage increases of around 0.29% annually. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for the period from 2023 to 2028 is approximately 1.67%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential changes in consumer demand or dietary preferences affecting production volume.
Environmental regulations impacting capture fisheries operations.
Technological advances in sustainable fishing practices.
Market developments in the EU regarding seafood trade policies.