The forecast for U.S. canned fish and shellfish exports indicates a decline from 50.51 million pounds in 2024 to 26.76 million pounds by 2028. In 2023, exports were around 55.00 million pounds. Year-over-year decreases are evident, with a significant drop projected annually. For instance, 2025 sees a fall of approximately 12.12%, 2026 a reduction of about 13.52%, 2027 a further decline of roughly 15.33%, and 2028 expecting an additional drop of around 17.73%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) forecasts a consistent average annual decline over these five years.
Future trends to monitor include potential impacts of sustainability practices in fishing, trade agreements altering export opportunities, and changing consumer preferences influencing demand in international markets.
