The UK capture fisheries for human consumption is forecasted to decline steadily from 118.9 thousand metric tons in 2024 to 99.97 thousand metric tons by 2028. Given that in 2023 the production stood at 122.58 thousand metric tons, this reflects a year-on-year decrease of approximately 3.00% in 2024, leading to a consistent downward trend. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the period is approximately -4.09% indicating a significant reduction in production output.
Looking ahead, key trends to monitor include environmental regulations affecting fishing practices, climate change impact on fish stocks, and Brexit-related policy changes affecting UK-EU fishing agreements. Additionally, technological advancements in sustainable fishing practices could alter future forecasts.
