In 2023, the production of whole fresh spotted ray in capture fisheries for human consumption in France is estimated to be higher than in 2024, with a steady decline forecasted through 2028. Between 2024 and 2025, production is expected to decrease by approximately 21.2%. This downward trend continues significantly until 2028, with a year-on-year percentage decrease of 25.4% from 2026 to 2027 and a substantial decline of 44.6% from 2027 to 2028. Over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) indicates an average annual decrease of 28.2%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Environmental and regulatory changes impacting fishing practices.
Market demand shifts due to consumer preference or economic factors.
Improvement in sustainable fishing technologies that could stabilize or increase production.