The production of fresh wrasses and hogfishes in UK's capture fisheries for human consumption is forecasted to decline steadily from 2024 to 2028. Starting at 9.02 metric tons in 2024, it is expected to decrease to 7.33 metric tons by 2028. This represents an average annual decline of approximately 5.1% over the five-year period.

Year-on-year changes reveal a consistent reduction, with a notable projected decline of around 4.77% from 2024 to 2025 and a similar trend continuing through 2028. Comparatively, the forecast highlights a significant decrease from the 2023 baseline metrics, underscoring a downward trend.

Future trends to watch for:

Evaluate impacts of environmental regulations and sustainability measures on capture fisheries.
Monitor consumer demand shifts away from traditional fish species due to climate impacts or dietary changes.
Potential increases in aquaculture as an alternative source due to capture declines.