The global freshwater fish production landscape shows China has an overwhelming lead, producing 28.02 million metric tons, followed by India (7.55), and Indonesia (6.05). Notably, China’s growth was modest at 0.57%, and India at 1.5%, while Indonesia experienced a higher increase of 1.8%. Bangladesh, Vietnam, and Myanmar exhibit moderate growth, showing the regional dominance of Asia in fisheries. In contrast, Norway and the Philippines have seen slight declines in production.
Countries like Malawi (3.01%) and Uzbekistan (3.15%) showed significant growth, whereas Venezuela (-8.93%) and Japan (-4.22%) faced notable declines. Emerging countries with higher production rates include Egypt, Iran, and Nigeria. The United States displayed steady growth of 1.16%, maintaining its position among top producers.
Future trends to watch in global freshwater fish production include technological advancements in aquaculture, sustainable practices, and the impact of climate change on fishstock and production capabilities. Special attention should be given to shifts in policy and market demands altering production dynamics in both established and emerging countries.
Top countries in Freshwater Fish Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 28,020 | 2023 | +0.53% | +0.57% | View data |
| 2 | 2 India | 7,550 | 2023 | +1.45% | +1.5% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Indonesia | 6,050 | 2023 | +1.85% | +1.8% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Bangladesh | 3,640 | 2023 | +1.09% | +1.09% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Vietnam | 2,970 | 2023 | +0.77% | +0.75% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Myanmar | 1,920 | 2023 | +0.46% | +0.47% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Egypt | 1,440 | 2023 | +1.07% | +1.14% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 1,290 | 2023 | -0.18% | -0.15% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Chile | 803.98 | 2023 | -0.91% | -1.23% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Russia | 800.64 | 2023 | +0.64% | +0.82% | View data |
