The forecast for whole fresh skipjack tuna production in capture fisheries for human consumption in Italy indicates a steady growth in value from 2024 to 2028. Starting at €477.35 thousand in 2024, it is projected to reach €605.76 thousand by 2028. This represents a consistent upward trend, with yearly increases ranging approximately between 7% to 6% from 2024 to 2028. Over the five-year period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is forecast to be around 6%, illustrating solid growth potential compared to previous years, where 2023 stood at €445 thousand.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential impacts of environmental regulations and sustainability practices on skipjack tuna stocks.
- Market demand shifts influenced by consumer preferences for seafood sustainability.
- Effects of climate change on ocean temperature and tuna habitats, possibly affecting production volumes.
- Trade agreements and their impact on export and import balances regarding tuna.
