Frozen, gutted, and headed blue ling production in capture fisheries in Germany is forecasted to decline from 2024 onwards. The production starts at 1.12 metric tons in 2024, falling each subsequent year to eventually reach 0.23 metric tons by 2028. This represents a substantial year-on-year decrease: 2025 sees a drop of approximately 26.8%, 2026 a further 29.3%, 2027 declines by 32.8%, and 2028 drops by 41%. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over this five-year period indicates an average annual decrease of around 33.2% in production volume.

Future trends to watch for include:

Environmental policies potentially impacting fishing quotas.
Demand shifts due to changes in consumer preferences or global trade dynamics.
Technological advancements in sustainable fishing methods that might alter production patterns.