The forecast for fresh sole fish production in France's capture fisheries indicates a steady decline from 3.38 thousand metric tons in 2024 to 2.87 thousand metric tons by 2028. Compared to 2023, where production stood at 3.51 thousand metric tons, this represents a negative trend that stretches over a three-year period.

Year-on-year, the production shows a contraction of approximately 4% each year since 2024. The five-year CAGR further corroborates this decline, suggesting an average annual decrease.

Future trends to watch for:

Sustainability efforts in capture fisheries and their impact on production levels.
Regulatory changes in fishing policies that may affect the sole fish industry.
Technological advancements enhancing fishing efficiency.