In 2023, Gutted Fresh Saithe Pollock production in capture fisheries in France stood as the baseline for future forecasts, which are presented from 2024 onward. The forecasted data indicates a steady growth in value per metric ton from 2.04 in 2024 to 2.26 in 2028, reflecting moderate year-on-year increases of approximately 2.9%. This suggests a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of about 2.6% over the five-year period.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential impacts of climate change on saithe pollock populations, which could affect production levels and prices.
- Emerging sustainability practices within France's capture fisheries and their effects on the industry's economics.
- Shifts in consumer demand towards sustainably sourced seafood, potentially influencing price and production standards.