In 2023, whole fresh blue shark production in Italy's capture fisheries was recorded at 18 metric tons. Forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 indicates a significant downward trend. The year-on-year declines are stark, with reductions of approximately 20% annually from 2024 to 2025, 24.2% from 2025 to 2026, and 32.9% from 2026 to 2027, followed by nearly 47.5% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period shows an average decrease of about 28.13% per year.
Future trends and considerations:
- Conservation efforts or regulatory changes might further impact production levels.
- Consumer demand shifts toward sustainable seafood could alter market dynamics.
- Changes in marine ecosystems affecting shark populations may also play a role.
