The forecast for whole fresh Cuckoo Ray production in capture fisheries in the UK indicates a significant decline in value, with 2024 at 258 Euros per metric ton and falling to 40.45 Euros per metric ton by 2028. The year-on-year percentage declines are stark, decreasing by approximately 21.7% from 2024 to 2025, 27.3% from 2025 to 2026, 36.6% from 2026 to 2027, and 56.6% from 2027 to 2028. This represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of around -35.1% over these five years.
Future trends to watch for include potential regulatory impacts on fishing, changes in consumer demand, and environmental factors influencing Cuckoo Ray population levels. Monitoring these factors could be vital for producers planning to mitigate declining value forecasts.
