South Korea's pelagic fish export volume in 2024 is forecasted at 284.02 thousand metric tons, marking a slight decrease from 2023, where it stood at 290 thousand metric tons. The year-on-year variation from 2023 to 2024 shows a decline of approximately 2.06%. Over the subsequent years, the volume is expected to continue decreasing: 277.2 thousand metric tons in 2025 (a 2.40% decrease from 2024), 270.51 thousand metric tons in 2026 (a 2.41% decrease from 2025), 263.96 thousand metric tons in 2027 (a 2.42% decrease from 2026), and 257.54 thousand metric tons in 2028 (a 2.43% decrease from 2027). The average annual decrease over the last five years, or CAGR, is around 2.35%.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts from climate change on fish populations, changes in international trade policies, and advancements in sustainable fishing practices. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for anticipating further shifts in South Korea's pelagic fish export volume.
