The forecast for whole fresh river eel production in Germany's capture fisheries indicates a consistent uptrend from 58.26 metric tons in 2024 to 67.95 metric tons in 2028. The year-on-year growth rates are projected as follows: 4.19% in 2025, 4.00% in 2026, 3.83% in 2027, and 3.66% in 2028. Over the five-year period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) averages around 3.92%. Before these forecasts, production stood at 56 metric tons in 2023, the last recorded real data.
Future trends to watch include:
- Environmental regulations impacting eel populations.
- Technological advancements in sustainable fishing practices.
- Market demand shifts for river eels on both a domestic and international level.
- Climate change effects on eel habitats and migration patterns.
