As of 2023, France's production of alive fresh lobsters for human consumption stood at 3.0 Thousand Metric Tons. Projecting forward, the forecast from 2024 to 2028 shows a consistent annual increase, indicating a positive growth trajectory in capture fisheries for lobsters. The forecasted values reflect a yearly incremental growth of about 5-6% each year, from 3.03 Thousand Metric Tons in 2024 to 3.69 in 2028, suggesting a robust rise in lobster production over this period.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential impacts of environmental policies on capture fisheries.
- Demand shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable fishing practices.
- Changes in export opportunities which could drive production strategies.
